Head Baseball Coach

MSD of Lawrence Township; Lawrence (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD of Lawrence Township is seeking a Head Baseball Coach for Lawrence Central High School. The coach will oversee all aspects of the baseball program, ensuring compliance with rules and providing fundamental skills instruction.

Responsibilities include developing practice plans, budgeting, supervising athletes, and communicating effectively with the athletic department, staff, and families. The position requires a dedicated individual who can serve as a positive role model for student-athletes.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of baseball and compliance with NFHS and IHSAA rules.
• Experience in coaching and developing athletes.
• Ability to communicate with staff, families, and media.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the baseball program.
• Develop game and practice plans, including opponent scouting.
• Ensure athlete eligibility and academic performance.

Skills

Knowledge of baseball

Effective communication

Ability to supervise athletes

Budgeting skills

Job description

Head Baseball Coach: Lawrence Central High School

Job Summary

Oversee all aspects of the baseball program including but not limited to:

• Maintain a thorough knowledge of the sport, and maintain compliance with all NFHS rules updates and IHSAA by‑laws
• Attend local/state/national conferences as required
• Develop philosophy of program and provide instruction in fundamental skills inline with philosophy
• Assist in necessary preparation for all home contest including any IHSAA Tournament Series events
• Hire and evaluate assistant coaches in coordination with athletic department staff
• Delegate appropriate responsibilities to assistant coaches
• Develop game and practice plans including overseeing the scouting of opponents
• Assist athletes in post‑graduate educational selection and recruiting
• Participate in budgeting process for uniforms and equipment with athletic department staff
• Provide proper supervision to athletes before, during, and after practices and contests
• Keep accurate program records
• Oversee off‑season conditioning program
• Coordinate strength‑development program with strength coach
• Communicate effectively and in a timely manner with athletic department staff, teachers, other school personnel, and the media
• Communicate effectively and a timely manner with student‑athletes and families
• Oversee post‑practice and post‑game field maintenance as necessary
• Hold off‑season camps as appropriate and develop a plan for feeder program involvement
• Represent Lawrence Central in a positive manner and display enthusiasm for the game
• Be a positive role model for student‑athletes
• Oversee student‑athlete academic performance and ensure eligibility of all participants
• Comply with all appropriate district, school, department procedures and expectations
• Other duties as assigned by athletic director