Junior High Baseball Coach: Lead, Mentor & Build Team

Abington Heights School District; Clarks Summit (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Abington Heights School District seeks a head coach for athletics/activities at Abington Heights Middle School. The role involves directing the total sports program, supervising coaches, and upholding district policies and PI AA regulations.

The successful candidate will model student-athlete character, manage in-season and off-season schedules, and communicate with the Athletic Director and Principals to ensure program success.

Qualifications

• Ability to organize and supervise a total sports program with in-season and off-season schedules.
• Coaching experience in assigned sport; 3–5 years preferred.
• Strong knowledge of technical aspects, PIAA rules and regulations.
• Must model appropriate behavior for student-athletes.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement athletic policies approved by the district board.
• Ensure compliance with AHSD, LIAA, District 2, and PIAA regulations.
• Follow proper administrative chain of command.
• Attend required meetings and coordinate with staff.
• Design conferences, clinics, and staff meetings for staff awareness.
• Train and inform staff; encourage clinic attendance.
• Delegate duties and evaluate staff effectiveness.
• Maintain discipline and team morale; address grievances.
• Perform duties assigned by Athletic Director/Principal.

Skills

Organizational leadership

Coaching experience

Knowledge of PI AA rules

Communication with staff

Role modeling for students

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Abington Heights School District seeks a head coach for athletics/activities at Abington Heights Middle School. The role involves directing the total sports program, supervising coaches, and upholding district policies and PI AA regulations.

The successful candidate will model student-athlete character, manage in-season and off-season schedules, and communicate with the Athletic Director and Principals to ensure program success.