Coach Head JV Baseball Coach

Caledonia Community School District•Caledonia, MI

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Head JV Baseball Coach performs coaching functions for the designated sport under the general supervision of the High School Head Coach and Athletic Director/Assistant Athletic Director. The coach develops individual and team proficiency by teaching sport skills, physical conditioning, safety, injury prevention and management, game rules and strategies, teamwork, and good sportsmanship. The position is a renewable contract at the discretion of the Athletic Director and is subject to extension or nonrenewal after each season. The coach supports athletes’ academic eligibility and progress, coordinates with school staff and families, assists with schedules and transportation, and oversees athletic equipment and team activities. The coach must advise, coordinate, and support assistant coaches and student assistants. The role requires a high school diploma or GED; additional coursework or a bachelor’s degree in education is preferred. Successful high school coaching experience or college coaching/playing experience is essential, and head varsity coaching experience is highly desirable. CPR/First Aid certification is desirable. The employee must pass a criminal background investigation and remain free of alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Successful coaching experience at the high school level or college coaching/playing experience.
Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities in the designated sport.
Must pass a criminal background investigation.
Must remain free of alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout employment.
Ability to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

Additional coursework or a bachelor’s degree in education.
Head varsity coaching experience.
CPR/First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Teach athletes the rules and skills of baseball, physical conditioning, injury prevention, and sport-specific skills through drills and individual coaching.
Assist the Head Athletic Coach with schedules and transportation to tournaments and special sporting events as required.
Prepare for scheduled sporting events and practices and adhere to scheduled facility times.
Communicate with players and parents about team-related issues or concerns as requested by the Head Athletic Coach.
Work with the Head Athletic Coach, Athletic Director, counselors, and Athletic Office to ensure athletes are academically eligible.
Monitor athlete attendance, behavior, and academic progress, and work with teachers to encourage academic growth.
Attend practices and games as directed by the head athletic coach.
Monitor the use, storage, repair, and cleaning of athletic equipment and uniforms.
Review publications and attend clinics to remain current on ideas and techniques in baseball.
Maintain discipline and promote morale and cooperation within the school sports program.
Participate in MHSAA and coordinate participation and practice schedules with local athletic teams as needed.
Provide documentation to the Athletic Director for state and system requirements concerning physical examinations, parental consent, and eligibility.
Advise, coordinate, and support assistant coaches and student assistants.
Inform parents and student-athletes about NCAA clearinghouse registration deadlines and academic requirements.
Assist the Athletic Director in developing game and practice schedules, facilities use, transportation needs, and the program budget.
Requisition supplies, materials, and equipment as needed.
Provide game results to the media; maintain season and game-by-game statistics and records; and provide statistical reports to the Athletic Director as requested.
Provide statistical information and video to college recruiters upon request.
Request varsity awards and present them at the awards banquet.
Stay current on students’ academic eligibility and work with teachers and administration to help maintain eligibility.
Assist the Athletic Director in selecting assistant coaches.
Apply discipline positively, firmly, and consistently in accordance with District policy.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach, Athletic Director, or Assistant Athletic Director.