Assistant Baseball Coach

Arkansas Department of Education; Gravette (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arkansas Department of Education is seeking an Assistant Baseball Coach for Gravette Public Schools. This role involves assisting with coaching, training athletes, and maintaining a safe sports environment. The ideal candidate will have a background in education, strong leadership skills, and a passion for mentoring students in sports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field required.
• Valid teaching license for the assigned grade level.
• Knowledge of baseball regulations and strategies.

Responsibilities

• Assists head coach with organizing practices and strategies.
• Teaches skills and safety related to baseball.
• Maintains equipment and oversees student athletes.

Skills

Coaching techniques

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree

Valid teaching license

Job description

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Gravette Public Schools

Position Description

Position Title: Assistant Baseball Coach

Department: High School

Reports To: Principal & Baseball Coach

Evaluated By: Principal, Head Baseball Coach & Athletic Director

Classroom instruction and Coaching. Further descriptions related to specific content area may apply.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.

• Teaches district approved curriculum based on state frameworks and standards.
• Prepares for assigned classes, and shows written evidence of preparation upon
  
  

request of immediate supervisor.

• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small
  
  

group instruction to adapt and differentiate the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.

• Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with
  
  

the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the

individuals or student groups involved.

• Evaluates pupils' academic growth through teacher-made tests, standardized tests,
  
  

checklists, observations, demonstrations, and other performance assessments;

keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.

• Identifies pupil needs, makes appropriate referrals, and develops strategies to
  
  

support students with individual education plans.

• Makes modifications for G/T, ELL, LD, physically impaired, at-risk, and other needs of
  
  

individual students, including their learning styles.

• Creates a safe and orderly classroom environment that is conducive to learning and
  
  

appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.

• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student
  
  

conduct, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and

maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.

• Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes during the
  
  

instructional day and extended hours when necessary.

• Plans and coordinates the work of paraprofessionals, parents, and volunteers.
• Attends and participates in faculty meetings and professional development
  
  

activities.

• Collaborates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals,
  
  

objectives, and methods; assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other

instructional materials.

• Supports and participates in extra-curricular activities, such as PTO, Family Nights,
  
  

sporting and cultural events, etc.

• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to maintain a safe and orderly
  
  

environment to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

• Communicates regularly with various internal and external publics to develop and
  
  

maintain a positive school/community relationship.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises classroom and students and volunteers.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MINIMUM EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in appropriate major or course of study. Non-Traditional Licensure may also be considered in relation to Arkansas Department of Education requirements.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid teaching license for grade level and/or subject area assigned. Meets requirements for Highly Qualified Teacher designation, if applicable to the teaching assignment.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of students, administrators, staff and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, table, or schedule form.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on district and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents; skill in oral and written communication. Ability to analyze test data for use in making curricular decisions. General computer skills, including Internet research skills and data entry. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

Assistant Baseball Coach

Job Summary

Position is responsible for assisting the head coach with organizing the Baseball program at the assigned school. Position assists with conducting practices, motivating students, and instructing student athletes in game strategies and techniques.

Essential Duties

• Assists the Head Baseball coach with instructing players in the rules, regulations,
  
  

equipment, and techniques of the sport.

• Organizes and directs individual and small group practice activities/exercises as directed
  
  

by the head Baseball coach.

• Assesses player's skills, monitors players during competition and practice, and keeps the
  
  

head Baseball coach informed of the athletic performance of students.

• Assists with determining game strategy.
• Assists the head Baseball coach with supervising athletes during practices and
  
  

competition.

• Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete's injury.
• Models sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials,
  
  

and spectators.

• Maintains the equipment room in orderly condition and assumes responsibility for its
  
  

security.

• Distributes equipment, supplies, and uniforms to students as directed by the head coach.
• Assists the head Baseball coach with submitting a list of award winners at the end of the
  
  

season.

• Participates in special activities to include parent's night, banquets, award nights, and
  
  

pep assemblies.

• Performs support tasks such as distributing and maintaining eligibility forms, emergency
  
  

data cards, and other related records.

• Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
  
  

Other Duties

• Attends staff development meetings, clinics and other professional activities to improve
  
  

coaching performance.

• Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Head Baseball Coach, Athletic
  
  

Director or Building Principal; or other appropriate administrator.

Job Specifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty

satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills And/or Abilities Required)

Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills. Must possess some knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the sport. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents, and students.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal levels, outdoors and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly; physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds to shoulder height and 50 pounds to waist height; and to bend, to stoop, to sit on the floor, to climb stairs, to walk and to reach overhead.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Education Administration Programs

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