Head Boys Baseball Coach

South Kingstown Public Schools•Wakefield, RI

1d•$2,723

About The Position

The Head Coach is responsible for coaching the Boys Baseball program. The position also requires duties such as: Supervising athletes during practices and competition Instructing players in the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport. Organize and direct individual and small group practice activities. Formulate game strategy. Maintain the equipment in orderly condition and assume responsibility for its security. Model behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete's injury Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities Traveling to and from away contests Participates in special activities to include parents' night, banquets, award nights, etc. Attends staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance. Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Athletic Director or other appropriate administrator.

Requirements

1-3 years of Head Coaching Baseball experience at the Middle School or High School level preferred.
Comprehensive knowledge of the game is paramount.
Extensive knowledge of current coaching techniques and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to instruct and supervise student athletes.
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Must possess the ability to relate to students and to teach them on and off the court.
Must be willing to accept a high level of accountability.
Must possess the ability to assess players.
Candidates will be interviewed, and the candidate who ranks highest in the interview process and meets the requirements of the position will be recommended for the position.
Completion of a successful interview.
Successfully complete the RIIL-NFHS sponsored Fundamentals of Coaching Course
Successfully complete a standard First Aid and CPR course.
Successfully complete the NFHS Concussion Course. (renewed annually)
Successfully complete the Rhode Island State Component. (renewed annually)
Successfully complete the online course NFHS Sudden Cardiac Arrest. (renewed annually)
Successfully complete a Background check.
Successfully complete any additional courses assigned by the RIIL/RIPCOA.
New coaching hires must complete all courses within six (6) months of date of hire.
The Head Middle School Baseball Coach is required to abide by the RIIL/RPCOA rules and abide by and assist in implementing and enforcing all policies of the South Kingstown School District and the Athletic Administration.
Use hands and fingers
Reach in all directions
See Hear and understand speech at normal levels
Communicate so that others will clearly understand normal conversation
Communicate using telephone or other communication equipment

Nice To Haves

1-3 years of Head Coaching Baseball experience at the Middle School or High School level preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervising athletes during practices and competition
Instructing players in the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
Organize and direct individual and small group practice activities.
Formulate game strategy.
Maintain the equipment in orderly condition and assume responsibility for its security.
Model behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators
Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete's injury
Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities
Traveling to and from away contests
Participates in special activities to include parents' night, banquets, award nights, etc.
Attends staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.
Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Athletic Director or other appropriate administrator.