Head Frosh/Soph Boys Baseball Coach

Lake Forest School Districts 67 & 115; United States; On-site; USD 4,000 - 8,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Forest School Districts 67 & 115 at Lake Forest High School seeks a Head Frosh/Soph Boys Baseball Coach to support the varsity program, organize quality coaching, and promote LFHS athletics as a top priority.

The role requires IHSA teaching or NFHS/ASEP coaching certifications and AED/CPR. Expect strong leadership, ethical conduct, and active supervision of student-athletes in a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• All coaches must hold an Illinois Teaching Certificate registered in Lake County or NFHS coaching certification or ASEP certification.
• AED/CPR certification must be current and IHSA coaching certifications must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates excellence in creating meaningful experiences for student-athletes.
• Makes sound decisions under stress and maintains safety.
• Communicates professionally with parents, staff, and students.
• Enforces clear athlete conduct and accountability.
• Oversees supervision of student-athletes during events and transit.
• Operates within district policies and LFHS Athletic Code.

Skills

Coaching

Leadership

Communication

Education

Illinois Teaching Certificate

NFHS Coaching Certification

AED/CPR Certification

ASEP Certification

Job description

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted: 8/27/2026
• Location: Lake Forest High School
• Date Available: 03/01/2027
• Closing Date: 11/06/2026

Description

Lake Forest High School is seeking a Head Frosh/Soph Boys Baseball Coach. The Head Frosh/Soph Boys Baseball Coach will assist the Head Coach to organize, coordinate, and promote quality coaching under the direction of the Varsity Head Coach while carrying out the LFHS Mission and philosophy of the Athletic Department. The Coach will provide effective instruction and assist with program management, demonstrate leadership that will ensure a positive learning environment for student-athletes, and will stress the importance of educational based athletics as a top priority. The Coach will supervise and oversee the boys participating in the baseball program at LFHS. The Coach will demonstrate a high degree of ethics, professionalism, and be a positive role model for all student-athletes

Qualifications

• All coaches in an IHSA sport must hold a current Illinois Teaching Certificate registered in Lake County, ASEP certificate (American Sport Education Program) or have completed an approved National Federation of High Schools (NFHS) coaching certification program.
• Coaches must maintain current AED/CPR certification and meets all IHSA coaching certification annual requirements.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates excellence in creating, supporting, and managing meaningful experiences for student-athletes
• Maintains the ability to make rational, sound decisions under stressful conditions
• Interacts and communicates effectively, professionally, and transparently with a variety of audiences (parents, staff, and students)
• Communicates and enforces clear expectations for athlete conduct and accountability
• Ensures active supervision of student-athletes during all team events and transit - to proactively manage a safe and respectful environment
• Operates strictly within school policies and implements regulations developed by the district
• Abides by the LFHS Athletic Code of Conduct at all times

Salary and Benefits

• Per 2023-2028LFEA CBA. No additional benefits associated with this position

For additional information, please contact the Athletic Director, Mr. Tim Burkhalter at [e-mail].

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