Varsity Head Baseball Coach & Program Head

Ravenscroft • Raleigh, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Ravenscroft School seeks a Head Varsity Baseball Coach & Program Head to lead and develop our student-athletes in a competitive, character-driven program. This role is responsible for all aspects of the baseball program, including skill instruction, practice planning, game management, and program administration. The ideal candidate brings a strong knowledge of baseball, experience coaching youth or high school athletes, and a deep commitment to the academic and athletic mission of Ravenscroft School. This is a seasonal, part-time position covering the spring sports season (approximately February–May). Applicants interested in combining coaching with a full-time faculty or staff role are encouraged to explore other employment opportunities on the Ravenscroft website.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Demonstrated knowledge of baseball and fundamental coaching principles
• Experience leading or contributing to a competitive baseball program
• Experience working with adolescent student-athletes in an educational or athletic setting
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Must successfully complete all school, conference, and state-required coaching certifications and training
• Commitment to the mission of Ravenscroft School

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience coaching or playing baseball at the high school, collegiate, or club level
• CDL with school bus endorsement, or willingness to obtain if requested
• Experience working in a K–12 or independent school environment

Responsibilities

• Serve as Head Coach of Varsity Baseball and oversee all levels of the program as applicable
• Develop and implement a unified program philosophy, standards of play, and team culture
• Lead and evaluate program coaches to ensure alignment in player development and expectations
• Support long-term planning, including player development pathways and off-season programming
• Design and implement structured practice plans and training programs
• Teach and demonstrate sport-specific fundamentals, techniques, and team strategy
• Promote sportsmanship, leadership, accountability, and personal growth among student-athletes
• Utilize Hudl or similar video and performance analysis platforms to support player and team development
• Oversee game-day operations, equipment management, and team travel logistics
• Maintain required records, rosters, injury reports, and department documentation
• Serve as the primary communicator for the program with students, families, alumni, and school leadership
• Foster an inclusive team culture aligned with Ravenscroft’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB)
• Enforce all school policies and comply with conference, state, and transportation regulations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level