Lead Baseball Coach – Build Programs, Develop Players

Kanawha County School District; Dunbar (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kanawha County Public Schools is seeking a Head Baseball Coach for 2026-2027 at Dunbar Middle, Dunbar, WV. This full-time position requires WV teaching certification or WVDE permit or substitute permit, plus WVSSAC certification and a high school diploma or GED.

The coach will lead a staff, coordinate practices, and ensure compliance with WVSSAC policies. The role involves collaboration with the principal and athletic director, budgeting, and fostering positive relationships with players,

Qualifications

• Must have WVSSAC certification.
• Must hold valid WV teaching certification or WVDE teaching permit or substitute permit.
• Minimum high school diploma or GED as prerequisite.

Responsibilities

• Maintains professional and interpersonal relations with staff and stakeholders.
• Cooperates with building principal and athletic director.
• Organizes coaching staff and develops rapport with participants and the school community.
• Oversees practice/game organization and safety; manages equipment and budget.
• Ensures compliance with WVSSAC policies and training requirements.

Skills

WV teaching certification

WVDE teaching permit

Substitute permit

High school diploma or GED

WVSSAC certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

WV teaching certification

WVDE teaching permit

Substitute permit

WVSSAC certification

Job description

Kanawha County Public Schools is seeking a Head Baseball Coach for 2026-2027 at Dunbar Middle, Dunbar, WV. This full-time position requires WV teaching certification or WVDE permit or substitute permit, plus WVSSAC certification and a high school diploma or GED.

The coach will lead a staff, coordinate practices, and ensure compliance with WVSSAC policies. The role involves collaboration with the principal and athletic director, budgeting, and fostering positive relationships with players,