Head Baseball Coach

Young World Physical Education; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 6,000 - 7,000; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is hiring a Head Baseball Coach for the 2026-2027 school year in Vancouver, WA. The coach will develop a comprehensive athletics program, conducting practices, overseeing games, and educating athletes.

The ideal candidate should have knowledge of the sport, recent coaching experience, and strong leadership skills. Other responsibilities include recruiting athletes, organizing practice sessions, and maintaining effective communication with staff and parents.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the sport in which the candidate is applying.
• Recent coaching experience, with K-12 athletes preferred.
• Current First Aid and CPR card, or ability to obtain prior to the established start date.

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate a vision for the program.
• Conduct practices focusing on proper techniques.
• Attend games and execute game strategy.

Skills

Knowledge of the sport

Recent coaching experience

First Aid and CPR certification

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Ability to work with diverse communities

Job description

Head Baseball Coach

Starting Date: Immediately

Job ID: 5791482

Posted: Jun 18, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Position Type: Varies

Salary: $5,517 to $6,620 Per Season

Flexibility in working hours required.

For the 2026-2027 school year.

Position Definition: Under the direction of the building Athletic Director, building Principal, and district Athletic Director, the coach provides a comprehensive athletics program in the specified sport to include conducting practices, overseeing games and game strategy, educating and developing athletes, and complying with WIAA policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the sport in which the candidate is applying
• Recent coaching experience, with K-12 athletes preferred
• Current First Aid and CPR card, or ability to obtain prior to the established start date
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience demonstrating strong organizational skills
• Experience demonstrating strong leadership skills
• Ability to work cooperatively with students and parents who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse

Essential Functions:

• Develop and articulate a vision for the program that embraces character development and a positive experience for all athletes
• Recruit student athletes for the coach’s school for participation
• Conduct practices for the team that focus on proper technique and mechanics of the sport
• Attend and supervise athletes at games, and execute game strategy
• Attend yearly Coaches’ Institute training in August
• Teach and demonstrate appropriate sportsmanship with athletes, parents and the school community
• Organize, supervise, and evaluate practice sessions
• Know and adhere to WIAA, league, district, and building rules and policies
• Complete required district and WIAA trainings around sport specific rules and safety
• Maintain and inventory uniforms and equipment
• Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms and work cooperatively in an effective and positive manner with diverse parties to include staff, students, parents, and community
• Work successfully as a team player and follow the Head Coach/Athletic Director’s program direction
• Treat co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
• Serve as a positive role model for students, and practice the behaviors that are expected of our students
• Work in a flexible and cooperative manner
• Maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Working Conditions:

• Work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
• Exposure to blood and other body fluids which may contain hazardous and/or infectious agents
• Ability to lift and move moderately sized objects up to 50 pounds