JV Head Baseball Coach- Spring 2027

Union High School (9-12); Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Rapids Public Schools Union High School (9-12) in Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking a JV Head Baseball Coach for Spring 2027. The coach will organize athletes, teach fundamentals, and train teams to compete both in and out of season.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 18+ with a background check, playing or coaching experience, and current First Aid/CPR and concussion training certifications before starting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18 years or older and clear a criminal background check.
• Playing experience at high school or college level and/or coaching experience required.
• Provide current First Aid and CPR certifications before the first day of coaching.
• Provide online concussion training certificate before the first day of coaching.

Responsibilities

• Develop clear goals for the team and players during tryouts and the season.
• Maintain open, honest communication with scholars, parents, other coaches and the Athletic Director.
• Demonstrate knowledge of best coaching practices for the sport.
• Collaborate with coaches in other athletic programs.
• Model and teach skills necessary to succeed and promote scholar-athlete conduct.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

18+ and background check

Playing/coaching experience

First Aid and CPR certifications

Concussion training certificate

Job description

Grand Rapids Public Schools Union High School (9-12) - Grand Rapids, Michigan Open in Google Maps

JV Head Baseball Coach- Spring 2027

Grand Rapids Public Schools Union High School (9-12) - Grand Rapids, Michigan Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Grand Rapids Public School District , and Kent ISD

Job Details

Job ID: 5933946
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were written out in this job description.

GRPS MISSION: Our mission is to ensure that all scholars are educated, self-directed and productive members of society.

Athletic Coach (Secondary Grades 6-12)

Department: Athletics

Unit: Athletics

Wage: Schedule C of the GREA contract and prior experience

Direct Supervisor: Athletics Director

ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT MISSION:GRPS will create educational opportunities and experiences, through athletics, that will enhance scholar achievement, scholar development and school culture.

JOB SUMMARY

A coach is responsible for organizing athletes and teaching them the fundamentals of sport. A coach is responsible for training them to compete as a team and individually.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by employees in this position. Regular on time and in person attendance is an essential function of this job. Other essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Developing and communicating clear and specific goals for the team and individual players throughout tryouts and the season.
• Maintaining open and honest communication with scholars, parents, other coaches, and Athletic Director.
• Developing and demonstrating a good knowledge base of best practices specific to their coaching arena.
• Supporting and collaborating with coaches in other athletic programs.
• Modeling and teaching skills necessary to succeed.
• Supporting scholar academic expectations, responsibilities, and achievements.
• Developing the knowledge and understanding of Grand Rapids policies and procedures as it applies to athletics.
• Promoting and enforcing the scholar-athlete code of conduct.
• Connecting athletic experiences with life experiences.
• Providing an atmosphere of teamwork and collaboration among coaches and players
• Becoming an integral part of and developing rapport with the Grand Rapids community including administration, coaches, parents, and scholars.
• Modeling good sportsmanship always.
• Creating and maintaining a safe and healthy environment for scholar athletes.
• Understanding their leadership style and its impact on scholar-athletes.
• Game and practice attire should be professional and appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older and clear a criminal background check.

• Playing experience at the high school or college level and/or coaching experience required

• Proof of current First Aid and CPR certifications prior to the first day of coaching
• Must provide certificate of completion for online concussion training course from either the Centers for Disease Control or the National Federation of State High School Associations prior to the first day of coaching.

ADA REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below 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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk, and hear (in a quiet or noisy environment). The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust/focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work is performed indoors although there will be required outdoor activities. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being, and work output of scholars.

MENTAL FUNCTIONS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to compare, analyze, communicate both orally and in writing, copy, coordinate, instruct, compute, synthesize, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, compile, and negotiate.

Non-Discrimination

The Grand Rapids Public Schools will not discriminate against any person based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, height, weight, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran, or military status.

Americans with Disabilities Act accommodations: Assistance with the application process may be requested through the Human Resources Department at [phone] or [e-mail].

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• GRPS Careers
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]