HS Baseball Assistant Coach (9th Grade)

Neosho High School; Neosho (MO); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 34,440,000; Part time

Job summary

Neosho High School is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Baseball Coach for the Freshman (9th Grade) team. You will support the Head Coach in developing student-athletes on and off the field, teaching fundamentals, promoting sportsmanship, and fostering academic success within a positive, inclusive environment.

You will plan practices, reinforce fundamentals, supervise activities, and help evaluate progress while ensuring safety and alignment with MSHSAA policies.

Qualifications

• Previous baseball coaching or competitive playing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of baseball fundamentals, rules, and player development.
• Ability to effectively teach and motivate high school student-athletes.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required during the season.
• Must meet all state, district, and MSHSAA certification requirements.
• CPR, First Aid, and concussion certification required by the school district.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Coach in planning and conducting daily practices and game-day activities.
• Teach and reinforce baseball fundamentals, including hitting, pitching, fielding, base running, and game strategy.
• Develop players' skills while emphasizing teamwork, discipline, accountability, and sportsmanship.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, games, team travel, and other team activities.
• Help evaluate player performance and provide constructive feedback for continued improvement.
• Assist with organizing and maintaining equipment, uniforms, and practice facilities.
• Ensure a safe practice and competition environment by following school and MSHSAA policies.
• Promote academic achievement and positive character development among student-athletes.
• Communicate effectively with players, parents, coaching staff, athletic administration, and school personnel.
• Support the overall baseball program by collaborating with coaches at all levels to ensure consistency in player development.
• Attend coaches' meetings, clinics, and professional development opportunities as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Baseball Coach or Athletic Director.

Skills

Coaching experience

Baseball fundamentals

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Job description

HS Baseball Assistant Coach (9th Grade)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5865819

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 03, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Assistant Baseball Coach for the Freshman Team supports the Head HS Baseball Coach in developing student-athletes both on and off the field. This position is responsible for teaching the fundamentals of baseball, promoting sportsmanship, fostering academic success, and creating a positive, disciplined, and inclusive team environment. The assistant coach plays an important role in preparing athletes for advancement within the high school baseball program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach in planning and conducting daily practices and game-day activities.

• Teach and reinforce baseball fundamentals, including hitting, pitching, fielding, base running, and game strategy.

• Develop players' skills while emphasizing teamwork, discipline, accountability, and sportsmanship.

• Supervise student-athletes during practices, games, team travel, and other team activities.

• Help evaluate player performance and provide constructive feedback for continued improvement.

• Assist with organizing and maintaining equipment, uniforms, and practice facilities.

• Ensure a safe practice and competition environment by following school and MSHSAA policies.

• Promote academic achievement and positive character development among student-athletes.

• Communicate effectively with players, parents, coaching staff, athletic administration, and school personnel.

• Support the overall baseball program by collaborating with coaches at all levels to ensure consistency in player development.

• Attend coaches' meetings, clinics, and professional development opportunities as required.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Baseball Coach or Athletic Director.

Qualifications

• Previous baseball coaching or competitive playing experience preferred.

• Knowledge of baseball fundamentals, rules, and player development.

• Ability to effectively teach and motivate high school student-athletes.

• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required during the season.

• Must meet all state, district, and MSHSAA certification requirements.

• CPR, First Aid, and concussion certification required by the school district.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

• Ability to demonstrate baseball skills and drills.

• Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Expectations

• Serve as a positive role model for student-athletes.

• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct at all times.

• Foster an environment of respect, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

• Support the mission, vision, and values of the school and athletic department.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• None assigned
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