High School Head Baseball Coach

Sylvania; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 2,500 - 5,000; Part time

Job summary

Rockbridge County Public School is seeking a part-time High School Baseball Head Coach for Rockbridge County High School. You will lead the athletics program, oversee practices and games, and supervise assistants to foster student-athlete development while ensuring adherence to league rules.

The role requires a strong coaching background, CPR/First Aid certification, and the ability to manage program logistics and safety.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of coaching techniques for student athletes and the rules and regulations of the sport. (REQUIRED)
• Ability to establish good working relations with students, coaches, administrators, parents and other school-community members. (REQUIRED)
• High School Diploma (REQUIRED)
• 3-5 years of successful experience as a baseball coach, assistant coach, or competitive baseball player with the ability to teach skills, develop student athletes and coaching staff. (REQUIRED)
• CPR/First Aid Certification (REQUIRED)

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and motivation to build a successful athletic program.
• Attends team practices and games.
• Supervises Assistant Coaches by coordinating coaching assignments, providing guidance and feedback, ensuring adherence to program expectations, and supporting the development of student athletes and coaching staff.
• Directs, coordinates, supervises, and monitors student athletes.
• Informs students about the program to encourage participation.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of coaching practices, sports rules, and regulations.

Skills

Coaching techniques

Student-athlete relations

First Aid/CPR

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Rockbridge County Public School is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and transgender status), national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Our workplace culture values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equal employment opportunities, and a work environment free of harassment and hostility. Rockbridge County Public School is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Job Summary:

• Job Title: High School Baseball Head Coach
• Department: Athletics
• Location: Rockbridge County High School
• Supervisor: Athletic Director
• Job Type: Part-Time
• Employment Classification: Non-Exempt
• Supervisory Role: Yes

The Head Baseball Coach organizes, coordinates, and promotes a comprehensive athletic program that is designed to meet the needs and interests of the school community. Provides leadership, coaching, instruction, and motivation to maintain a successful athletic program

Essential Job Functions

Program Leadership and Instruction

• Provides leadership and motivation to build a successful athletic program.
• Attends team practices and games.
• Supervises Assistant Coaches by coordinating coaching assignments, providing guidance and feedback, ensuring adherence to program expectations, and supporting the development of student athletes and coaching staff.
• Directs, coordinates, supervises, and monitors student athletes.
• Informs students about the program to encourage participation.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of coaching practices, sports rules, and regulations.
• In-depth knowledge of baseball rules, regulations, and effective athletic coaching techniques.

Safety and Medical Care

• Takes reasonable precautions, including monitoring environmental conditions, to protect students, staff, equipment, and facilities.
• Instructs athletes in safety procedures and reporting injuries immediately.
• Ensures availability of a supplied first aid kit and emergency care cards.
• Monitors and provides medical assistance to injured participants, coordinating participation decisions with the Athletic Trainer and Activities Director.

Administration and Operations

• Prepares and submits required forms (eligibility rosters, player addresses, accident reports) to the Athletic Director
• Coordinates team away-game transportation arrangements with the Athletic Director.
• Organizes and monitors fundraising activities.
• Participates in school awards programs.
• Assumes responsibility for professional growth and keeps materials, records, and supplies up-to-date.

Compliance, Ethics and Professional Standards

• Complies with rules of the Virginia High School League, regional/district councils, and school board policies.
• Maintains proper staff-student boundaries, respect for ethical/legal duties, acts as a positive role model.
• Demonstrates professional appearance, demeanor, dress, behavior, andnon-discriminatory practices.
• High moral character, professional demeanor, non-discriminatory practices, and serving as an educated role model.

Student and Community Engagement

• Models and instills positive sportsmanship qualities.
• Interacts with student athletes, teachers, parents, and the community to build enthusiasm and engage support.
• Establishes communication procedures with parents/guardians.
• Monitors athletes' academic performance and ensures assistance is provided when needed.

Qualifications, Experience, and Education

• Knowledge of coaching techniques for student athletes and the rules and regulation of the sport. (REQUIRED)
• Possess the ability to establish good working relations with students, coaches, administrators, parents and other school-community members.(REQUIRED)
• High School Diploma(REQUIRED)
• 3-5 years of successful experience as a baseball coach, assistant coach, or competitive baseball player with the ability to teach skills, develop student athletes and coaching staff. (REQUIRED)
• CPR/First Aid Certification(REQUIRED)

Working Environment and Physical Requirements

• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS None Under 1/3 1/3-2/3 Over 2/3
• Standing x
• Walking x
• Sitting x
• Using hands to touch, handle, or feel Reaching with hands and arms x x
• Climbing stairs, using ladders x
• Bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling x
• Computer use x
• Phone use x
• Talking and hearing Clear speech and good hearing both face to face and on the phone; hears well in noisy social environments
• Seeing Clear vision at 20 inches or less with or without corrective lenses; vision sufficient to drive motor vehicles safely with or without corrective lenses
• Lifts up to 50 pounds routinely, up to 70 pounds occasionally
• Travel with students, coaches, trainers, and teams on athletic related trips