8th Grade Baseball Coach - Copper Ridge K8 School (258625)

Young World Physical Education; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 2,000 - 3,000; Part time

Job summary

Copper Ridge K8 School in Scottsdale is seeking an 8th Grade Baseball Coach to lead practice and game play, mentor student athletes, and coordinate team activities. The role emphasizes teaching fundamentals, sportsmanship, and academic balance while adhering to district policies.

Responsibilities include organizing practices, assessing skills, assigning positions, and supporting transportation needs. Certifications in NFHS and DPS FPCC are valued or obtainable.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Prior coaching experience preferred.
• Valid DPS FPCC and NFHS coaching certifications or ability to obtain them.

Responsibilities

• Assist with organizing team prospects and encouraging participation.
• Assess players' skills and assign positions.
• Develop regular practice schedules for individual and team development.
• Coach players on game rules, equipment, and techniques.
• Monitor players' academic performance and maintain eligibility.
• Assist with game strategy based on team abilities.
• Supervise athletes and model sportsmanlike conduct.
• Assist with transporting athletes using district transportation if needed.

Skills

Student relations

Sport fundamentals

Policy compliance

Education

21+ age requirement

Prior coaching experience preferred

Tools

DPS FPCC

NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching

NFHS Concussion in Sports

NFHS First Aid/CPR

NFHS Cheer Safety

Job description

8th Grade Baseball Coach - Copper Ridge K8 School (258625)

Scottsdale USD 48 Copper Ridge - Scottsdale, Arizona Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Scottsdale USD 48

Job Details

Job ID: 5887673

Application Deadline: Oct 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 13, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Pay Grade

Supplemental Salary Schedule

Position Objective

Position is responsible for coaching student athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition. Position motivates student athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport.

Duties & Responsibilities

(These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Assists withorganizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to participate in the sport.
• Assists with assessesment of player’s skills and assigningteam positions.
• Assists with developinga regular practice schedule and organizingpractice time to provide both individual and team development.
• Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
• Observes players, during competition and practice and reports to Head Coach the needs for individual or team improvement.
• Assists with determining game strategy based on the team’s capabilities.
• Establishes and maintains standards ofstudent athletebehavior and provides proper supervision of athletes.
• Assists with monitoringthe academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met; and encourages student athletes to maintain a high academic standard.
• Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.
• Assists with conferencing with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding the athletic performance of their student.
• Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program.
• Models’ sportsmanlike behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
• Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
• Participates in special activities to include parent’s night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
• Assists with maintainingeligibility forms, emergency information, insurance records, equipment inventory, and other related records.
• Models’ nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
• Potentially drive athletes using district transportation to and from off campus games on 14 passenger Activity Bus and provide proof of insurance as requested.
• Other duties as assigned by Head Coach or Athletic Director.

Education & Experience

• Prior coaching experience preferred
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Licensing Requirements

• Valid Department of Public Safety (DPS) Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card (FPCC)
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Certificate
• NFHS Concussion in Sports Certificate
• NFHS First Aid, Health, and Safety Certificate/CPR (preferred)
• NFHS Cheer and Dance Safety Certificate (applicable for Cheer, Dance and Spiritline)

*Attach required documentation to your application*

Skills

• Ability to maintain effective relationships with students, staff, and community.
• Knowledge of fundamental principles of the sport.
• Ability to adhere to administrative policies and directives of the program.

Physical Requirements

Positions in this class typically require reaching, standing, walking, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.

Note

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Position Type: Various

Salary: $2,253 to $2,753 Per Season

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Lauren Farnsworth , Admin Support Coordinator
• Copper Ridge
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]