Junior High Baseball Coach & Program Leader

Abington Heights School District; Newton Township (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 2,500 - 3,400; Part time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a head coach for Abington Heights Middle School for the Spring Season 2027. The role involves instructing student-athletes and coordinating a total sports program, including in-season and off-season activities.

The position requires coaching experience, knowledge of sport and PIAA rules, and a bachelor's degree preferred; reports to the Athletic Director and supervises assistant coaches.

Qualifications

• Has the ability to organize and supervise a total sports program, including in-season and off-season schedules and activities.
• Has previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport; 3-5 years experience is preferred.
• The head coach must have substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport, PIAA rules and regulations, and must continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the sport.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Has a thorough knowledge of all the athletic policies approved by the Abington Heights School District Board of Education and is responsible for their implementation by the entire staff of the sports program.
• Has knowledge of existing AHSD, LIAA, District 2, and PIAA regulations; implements regulations within the program and ensures compliance with and interpretation among their staff.
• Understand the proper administrative chain of command and refer all requests or grievances through the proper channels.
• Is aware of all public/staff/departmental meetings that require attendance.
• Establishes the fundamental philosophy, skills, and techniques to be taught by staff. Designs conferences, clinics, and staff meetings to ensure staff awareness of the overall program.
• Trains and informs staff, and fosters professional growth by encouraging clinic attendance.
• Delegates specific duties, supervises implementation and, at season's end, analyzes staff effectiveness and evaluates all assistants.
• Maintains discipline, adjusts grievances, and works to increase morale and cooperation.
• Performs such other duties which may be assigned by the Athletic Director/Principal.

Skills

Coaching experience

Sports program management

PIAA rules knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Applitrack is seeking a head coach for Abington Heights Middle School for the Spring Season 2027. The role involves instructing student-athletes and coordinating a total sports program, including in-season and off-season activities.

The position requires coaching experience, knowledge of sport and PIAA rules, and a bachelor's degree preferred; reports to the Athletic Director and supervises assistant coaches.