Head Baseball Coach
Position: Head Baseball Coach
Location: Menahga Public Schools, Menahga, Minnesota
Position Type: Coaching / Extracurricular
Season: Spring
Reports To: Activities Director and Building Administration
Position Summary
Menahga Public Schools is seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and student-centered Head Baseball Coach to lead the Braves baseball program. The Head Coach will be responsible for providing leadership, organization, instruction, and supervision for the baseball program while promoting athletic development, teamwork, sportsmanship, academic success, and positive character.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to student-athletes and the mission of Menahga Public Schools, while building a competitive and positive baseball program that is an integral part of the school and community.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, and direct all aspects of the baseball program.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive baseball program focused on skill development, teamwork, conditioning, and competition.
- Teach fundamental baseball skills, strategies, rules, and game techniques.
- Establish and maintain high expectations for student-athlete behavior, effort, sportsmanship, and academic responsibility.
- Supervise practices, games, tournaments, and other baseball-related activities.
- Develop practice plans that appropriately address the needs and skill levels of student-athletes.
- Coordinate with the Activities Director regarding schedules, transportation, facilities, equipment, officials, and other program needs.
- Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents/guardians, school staff, administration, and community members.
- Maintain accurate team rosters, eligibility information, schedules, and other required documentation.
- Monitor student-athlete academic progress and encourage academic achievement.
- Properly use, maintain, inventory, and secure baseball equipment and facilities.
- Promote a safe environment and follow all school, conference, Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL), and applicable athletic policies and procedures.
- Develop positive relationships with athletes, families, staff, and community supporters.
- Work collaboratively with other coaches to promote consistency and continuity throughout the baseball program.
- Support fundraising, team events, banquets, awards, and other program activities as appropriate.
- Attend required coaches' meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
- Represent Menahga Public Schools in a professional and positive manner.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Activities Director or administration.
Qualifications
- Previous baseball coaching experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of baseball fundamentals, strategies, and rules.
- Ability to effectively teach and motivate student-athletes.
- Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Ability to establish positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and community members.
- Commitment to student safety, sportsmanship, academic success, and character development.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a school athletic program.
- Must meet all applicable MSHSL and school district coaching requirements.
- Successful completion of required background check and other district employment requirements.
Desired Characteristics
The ideal candidate will:
- Be a positive role model for student-athletes.
- Demonstrate enthusiasm and passion for baseball and youth development.
- Build a culture of accountability, respect, teamwork, and pride.
- Value the academic and personal growth of student-athletes in addition to athletic performance.
- Communicate clearly and professionally.
- Demonstrate flexibility and sound judgment.
- Foster a positive relationship between the baseball program, school, families, and community.
Compensation
Compensation will be determined in accordance with the Menahga Public Schools coaching salary schedule and applicable collective bargaining agreements.