Head High School Baseball Coach

Wabash Valley Online Application Consortium; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 3,500 - 6,500; Part time

Job summary

West Lafayette Jr./Sr. High School is seeking a Head High School Baseball Coach to lead our program in alignment with the school's co-curricular philosophy and the IHSAA calendar.

The role emphasizes student‑athlete development and education‑based athletics. You will plan and conduct safe, developmentally appropriate practices, ensure compliance with IHSAA, Hoosier Conference, and school regulations, and mentor athletes' physical, emotional, and social growth while maintaining equipment

Qualifications

• Must meet IHSAA and IDOE head coaching requirements.
• InSideOut Initiative seminar/coaching training (or willingness to do so).
• Experience in an education-based athletic program.
• Playing and/or coaching experience strongly preferred.
• Valid Indiana teaching license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the high school baseball program in alignment with West Lafayette Jr./Sr. High School's co‑curricular philosophy, focusing on student‑athlete development and education‑based athletics
• Plan and conduct effective, safe, and developmentally appropriate practices
• Ensure all coaching practices align with IHSAA, Hoosier Conference, and school regulations
• Support athletes' physical, emotional, and social well‑being through strong mentorship and leadership
• Maintain accurate inventory and manage distribution and collection of athletic equipment
• Develop offseason, youth, and feeder programs to strengthen program continuity
• Establish and maintain clear communication with athletes, families, and staff
• Work collaboratively with assistant coaches, administrators, and community partners
• Represent the school and program professionally at all times
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Athletics Director, or as noted on the attached detailed job description

Skills

Empathy

Integrity

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Team culture

Collaboration

Athlete supervision

Student development

Education

IHSAA head coaching requirements

IDOE coaching training (InSideOut)

Indiana teaching license (preferred)

Job description

HEAD HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL COACH

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Coaching
• Date Posted: 7/14/2026
• Location: West Lafayette Junior‑Senior High School

Reports to: Athletics Director

Pay type: Coaching Stipend

Pay rate: Based upon schedule within the WLCSC Master Teacher Contract (see attachment)

Benefits: Not eligible

Schedule: Seasonal; Based upon IHSAA sports calendar and school needs

This position will remain posted until filled. All qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the high school baseball program in alignment with West Lafayette Jr. Sr. High School's co‑curricular philosophy, focusing on student‑athlete development and education‑based athletics
• Plan and conduct effective, safe, and developmentally appropriate practices
• Ensure all coaching practices align with IHSAA, Hoosier Conference, and school regulations
• Support athletes' physical, emotional, and social well‑being through strong mentorship and leadership
• Maintain accurate inventory and manage distribution and collection of athletic equipment
• Develop offseason, youth, and feeder programs to strengthen program continuity
• Establish and maintain clear communication with athletes, families, and staff
• Work collaboratively with assistant coaches, administrators, and community partners
• Represent the school and program professionally at all times
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Athletics Director, or as noted on the attached detailed job description

Job Specifications

• Education, Training, and Experience Required:
  • Must meet IHSAA and IDOE head coaching requirements
  • Completion of InSideOut Initiative seminar/coaching training (or willingness to do so)
  • Experience in an education‑based athletic program
  • Playing and/or coaching experience strongly preferred
  • Valid Indiana teaching license preferred
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics:
  • Displays empathy, integrity, responsibility, and flexibility
  • Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
  • Ability to foster a positive and inclusive team culture
  • Willingness to work collaboratively with a dynamic and diverse educational community
  • Ability to supervise athletes responsibly at all times
  • Commitment to the athletic, academic, and personal development of student‑athletes

Working Conditions

• Position works in both indoor and outdoor environments and may endure extreme weather conditions
• Must be able to supervise and manage athletes in various settings
• Evening and weekend work is required during the sports season
• May occasionally be exposed to noise levels that are distracting

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees may be requested to perform job‑related tasks other than those specifically outlined in this description. This job description is subject to change at any time at the discretion of West Lafayette Community School Corporation.