Baseball Assistant Coach

The School District of Lee County; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Lee County is seeking a Baseball Assistant Coach at South Fort Myers High in Fort Myers, Florida. The role involves leading practice sessions, teaching fundamentals, and guiding student-athletes in academics and personal growth.

You will work evenings and weekends as needed, ensuring compliance with all district athletic regulations, and coordinating with staff, parents, and community partners to foster a positive team culture.

Qualifications

• Prior coaching experience is required.
• Knowledge of rules, techniques, and safety practices for the sport.
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and during school breaks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and conduct regular practice sessions.
• Develop and implement game strategies and tactics.
• Teach fundamental skills and sports rules to student-athletes.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices and games.
• Promote discipline, responsibility, and good sportsmanship.
• Ensure compliance with athletic regulations.
• Assist with equipment, uniforms, scheduling, and facility use.
• Maintain open communication with parents/guardians.
• Mentor student-athletes on personal development and college opportunities.
• Enforce school policies and codes of conduct.

Skills

Prior coaching experience

Knowledge of rules and safety

Strong communication and leadership

Ability to work evenings/weekends

Education

Florida teaching certificate

DOE athletic coaching certificate

Relevant education/experience mix

Job description

The School District of Lee County South Fort Myers High - Fort Myers, Florida Open in Google Maps

Baseball Assistant Coach

The School District of Lee County South Fort Myers High - Fort Myers, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5898062
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 22, 2026 4:52 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior coaching experience.
• Valid Florida teaching certificate or valid Department of Education athletic coaching certificate.
• Valid FHSAA certification.
• Valid Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED certificate issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Coaching experience in the assigned or a closely related sport.
• Experience mentoring youth and fostering a positive team culture.
• Familiarity with academic eligibility requirements for student-athletes.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the sport’s rules, techniques, and safety practices.
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Ability to collaborate with school staff, parents, and community partners.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and during school breaks as needed.

Revised: 03/23/2026

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Typical duties include but are not limited to:
• Assist with planning, organizing, and conducting regular practice sessions.
• Develop and implement game strategies and tactics.
• Teach fundamental skills, techniques, and sports rules to student-athletes.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, games, and school-sponsored trips.
• Promote discipline, responsibility, and good sportsmanship among players.
• Ensure compliance with school, district, and state athletic regulations.
• Assist with maintenance of team equipment and uniforms.
• Assist with scheduling and facility use.
• Maintain open communication with parents and guardians.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to student-athletes on personal development and college opportunities.
• Enforce all school policies and codes of conduct.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Adoption: 10/07/2025

Additional Job Information

Supplemental

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 2855 Colonial Blvd
• Fort Myers, Florida 33966
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]