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Form of workMontgomery County Public Schools has an opening and is accepting applications for a Baseball Coach - Head 8th Grade position that is available for the 2023-2024 school year. JOB DESCRIPTION: Under the direction of the Athletic Director and/or Principal, the coach must plan and implement a high quality athletic program that stresses fundamentals, teamwork, and sportsmanship while maintaining high safety standards for all athletes. The coach must also be committed to high academic standards for all athletes by monitoring the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met.
Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalentMust be age 21 or olderSuccessful completion of the American Sport Education Program (ASEP) course and test entitled "Basic Virginia High School League Course" accessible at http://www.asep.com/asep_content/org/VHSL.cfm http://www.asep.com/asep_content/org/VHSL.cfm prior to beginning coaching duties with MCPS (there is a fee associated with this course). Courses completed before 2009 do not satisfy this requirement.Successful completion of the NFHS Concussion in Sports course accessible at www.nfhs.org http://www.nfhs.org/ prior to beginning coaching duties with MCPS (there is no fee associated with this course)Ability to communicate effectively with parents, students, and school administratorsAbility to motivate studentsAbility to be dependable and punctualRegular and predictable on-site attendance is required Preferred Qualifications:Previous experience as a coach or participation in the sport at the high school or college levelCurrent CPR certification
