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SalaryHead Boys Baseball Coach
Seeking a highly motivated and energetic individual to serve as the Head boys Baseball coach.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The work associated with building a competitive program begins well before the season opens in March. Thus, responsibilities of the coaching staff are not limited to the baseball season; as events, season planning, coach and player development, and other factors are involved in the facilitation of a successful program.
The head coach is responsible for the development and leadership of the high school baseball program. The head coach is responsible for the training, execution, and growth of the team on and off of the field. The head coach is also responsible for monitoring the academic progress of their student-athletes, community service and engagement, planning of team travel, management of home games, social media, and overall program presentation. This includes maintaining and submitting academic and behavioral progress reports for student athletes.
The head coach is expected to attend all varsity level baseball events. As the baseball program leader for the entire school, the high school head coach will help ensure that all three teams (Varsity, Junior Varsity, & Freshmen) are properly fielded with student athletes and coaches. The high school head coach will also be expected to develop relationships with their IPS feeder schools to provide guidance at the lower levels.
The head coach may also need to Initiate, coordinate, publicize and supervise fund raising activities, events and competitions.
It is imperative that the successful candidate demonstrates a proven aptitude for coaching illustrated by a strong work ethic, organizational skills, and the ability to produce results.
The head coach will also be responsible for additional duties as assigned by the Principal and Athletic Director.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree, with emphasis in Education preferred.
- High School coaching experience with prior head coaching experience preferred.
- Candidate must be familiar with Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) and National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) rules concerning baseball competition.
- Ability to foster positive human relationships and to work effectively with students, staff, parents, and the community
- Ability to motivate, teach, and recruit qualified student athletes.
- The varsity position requires deep knowledge of the sport.
- The varsity coach must exhibit high standards of professional ethics and conduct.
