Middle School Baseball Director/Coach

Grace Christian Academy•KNOXVILLE, TN

About The Position

The Middle School Baseball Director/Coach leads, develops, and oversees the baseball program for students in grades 6–8, serving as Head Middle School Coach. The role provides leadership in coaching, athlete development, program administration, and team culture while fulfilling GCA’s mission to Lead, Build, and Equip students in a Christ-centered environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about developing student-athletes on and off the field, building a competitive baseball program, and using baseball to encourage spiritual growth, character, leadership, teamwork, and personal responsibility.

Requirements

Clear testimony of personal faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and a lifestyle of biblical integrity.
Strong knowledge of baseball fundamentals, strategies, player development, and team management.
Demonstrated ability to build a positive, competitive team culture focused on athletic and personal growth.
Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build strong relationships with student-athletes, families, coaches, and school personnel.
Commitment to GCA’s mission and to developing students spiritually, academically, athletically, and personally.
Ability to fulfill the responsibilities of a middle school head coach, including practices, games, and related program activities.

Nice To Haves

Previous baseball coaching experience; middle school coaching experience is considered an asset.
Experience leading, hiring, or mentoring coaches and helping develop an athletic program.
CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain it.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a competitive middle school baseball program for grades 6–8.
Establish a team culture focused on excellence, accountability, sportsmanship, and Christlike character on and off the field.
Plan and conduct organized practices to develop baseball fundamentals, skills, game knowledge, and teamwork.
Prepare the team for games and competitions through instruction, strategy, and player development.
Mentor student-athletes in spiritual growth, leadership, discipline, perseverance, and personal responsibility.
Promote a positive, encouraging, and Christ-centered environment that supports each student-athlete’s development.
Recruit, hire, supervise, and mentor assistant coaches in coordination with the Baseball Program Director and school administration.
Coordinate game schedules, practices, and competitions with the Baseball Program Director and Athletic Department.
Secure officials for games and competitions as needed.
Organize and coordinate transportation for away games and other team activities in accordance with school policies.
Maintain and oversee baseball equipment, uniforms, and facilities to ensure they are safe, organized, and properly cared for.
Assist with program budgeting, fundraising, camps, clinics, and other initiatives supporting program growth and development.
Collaborate with the Marketing Department on team communications, social media, and program promotion.
Communicate consistently and professionally with student-athletes, families, assistant coaches, school staff, and athletic administration.
Ensure appropriate student-athlete supervision and compliance with school policies, conference guidelines, and applicable state athletic association regulations.
Model and promote sportsmanship, integrity, accountability, and respect among players and coaches.
Perform other duties as assigned.