Head Coach - Baseball

Join Delaware Schools Consortium; Milford (DE); On-site; USD 12,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Milford School District seeks a Head Coach Baseball for Milford Central Academy. The role reports to the Principal and Athletic Director and begins in March 2027 following the DIAA schedule.

Responsible for planning practices, coordinating with staff, and maintaining safety and sportsmanship across the program. The position requires a minimum age of 21, demonstrated baseball proficiency, strong character, and an understanding of how the athletic program fits with the total school program.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Demonstrate proficiency in baseball.
• Possess sound moral character.
• Understand relationship of the program to the athlete and school.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement organized daily practice plans including group and individual instruction.
• Collaborate with coaching staff, athletic director, trainer, and administration.
• Adapt coaching techniques and game plans as needed.
• Promote positive relations with parents and the community.

Skills

Age requirement

Baseball proficiency

Character integrity

Program understanding

Job description

Position: Head Coach Baseball Location: Milford Central Academy Reports To: Principal & Athletic Director Starting Date: March 2027 following DIAA Schedule

• Date Posted:
  6/5/2026
  
• Location:
  Milford Central Academy
  
• Date Available:
  March 2027
  

Qualifications:

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Demonstrate a proficiency in the sport.
• Possess sound moral character.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship of the program to the athlete, total athletic program and the total school program.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Plans and implements organized daily practice plans, which include time for group and individual instruction.
• Works cooperatively with coaching assistants, athletic director, trainer, and building administration.
• Adapts and modifies coaching techniques, strategies, and game plans.
• Promotes and maintains positive public relations with parents and the community.
• Provides atmosphere conducive to good sportsmanship and player conduct.
• Prepares for each game in strategy and player motivation.
• Complies with all HAC, DIAA, and school district policies.
• Complies with all school district and state financial and fundraising policies and procedures.
• Submits all required information (i.e.: rosters, reports, inventory, etc.) in a timely manner.
• Communicates pre, post, and in season information to players, parents, and school officials.
• Maintains and inventories all equipment and uniforms.
• Monitors and evaluates academic performance of all athletes.
• Assists in the planning and scheduling of a regular program of practice (in season).
• Recommends purchase of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
• Assists in overseeing the safety of the facility or area in which assigned sport is conducted.
• Performs other duties as assigned that relate to this position.

Evaluation:

Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with the Board's policy on evaluation of professional personnel.

• Resume
• Copy of unofficial transcripts
• Three separate letters of recommendation

Contact:

Director of Human Resources

906 Lakeview Avenue

Tel: [phone]

Employment with Milford School District is contingent upon successful:

• Criminal Background Check (within last one year)
• Child Protection Registry Check (within last one year)
• Physician's Health Certification
• TB Test (within last five years)
• Verification of Credentials and Past Employment
• Adherence to School District Policies
• Milford Board of Education Approval

Milford School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees, applicants, visitors, or others, and does not deny access to educational or other services, based on any characteristic prohibited by law. If any person has a complaint alleging any action which is prohibited by this policy, they should contact the Title IX Coordinator or the District 504 and ADA Coordinator, 906 Lakeview Avenue, Milford, DE 19963, telephone [phone].