Middle School Baseball Director/Coach

Grace Christian Academy; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Grace Christian Academy in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Part-Time Middle School Baseball Director/Coach (with potential for Full-Time) to lead and develop the middle school program for grades 6–8. The role emphasizes Christ-centered leadership, athlete development, and program integrity.

You will plan practices, guide skill development, coordinate game schedules, recruit coaches, and promote sportsmanship and character in students, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• The candidate must have a clear testimony of personal faith in Jesus Christ.
• Experience coaching middle school athletes is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of baseball fundamentals and player development.
• Ability to build a positive team culture focused on athletic and personal growth.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a competitive middle school baseball program for grades 6–8.
• Plan and conduct practices to improve fundamentals, skills, and teamwork.
• Coordinate game schedules, transportation, and competitions with the athletic department.
• Recruit, hire, and mentor assistant coaches in partnership with school leadership.
• Promote Christ-centered values and sportsmanship among players, families, and staff.

Skills

Christ-centered faith

Coaching experience

Middle school coach

Baseball fundamentals

Leadership communication

Character development

Job description

Middle School Baseball Director/Coach

Position Type: Part-Time | Potential for Full-Time

Reports To: Baseball Program Director

Position Summary

The Middle School Baseball Director/Coach is responsible for leading, developing, and overseeing the middle school baseball program for students in grades 6–8. This individual will serve as the Head Middle School Coach, providing leadership in coaching, athlete development, program administration, and team culture while fulfilling GCA’s mission to Lead, Build, and Equip students in a Christ-centered environment.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about developing student-athletes both on and off the field, building a competitive baseball program, and using the game of baseball as a platform to encourage spiritual growth, character, leadership, teamwork, and personal responsibility.

Primary Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Athlete Development:

• Lead and develop a competitive middle school baseball program for grades 6–8.
• Establish a team culture that strives for excellence, accountability, sportsmanship, and Christlike character on and off the field.
• Plan and conduct organized practices that develop players’ baseball fundamentals, skills, game knowledge, and teamwork.
• Prepare the team for games and competitions through effective instruction, strategy, and player development.
• Mentor student-athletes in spiritual growth, leadership, discipline, perseverance, and personal responsibility.
• Promote a positive, encouraging, and Christ-centered environment that supports the development of each student-athlete.

Coaching & Program Administration:

• Recruit, hire, supervise, and mentor assistant coaches in coordination with the Baseball Program Director and school administration.
• Coordinate game schedules, practices, and competitions in collaboration with the Baseball Program Director and Athletic Department.
• Secure officials for games and competitions as needed.
• Organize and coordinate transportation for away games and other team activities in accordance with school policies.
• Maintain and oversee baseball equipment, uniforms, and facilities to ensure they are safe, organized, and properly cared for.
• Assist with program budgeting, fundraising, camps, clinics, and other initiatives that support the growth and development of the baseball program.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Department to support team communications, social media, and program promotion.
• Maintain consistent and professional communication with student-athletes, families, assistant coaches, school staff, and athletic administration.
• Ensure appropriate student-athlete supervision and compliance with school policies, conference guidelines, and applicable state athletic association regulations.
• Model and promote sportsmanship, integrity, accountability, and respect among players and coaches.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must have a clear testimony of personal faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and demonstrate a lifestyle of biblical integrity.
• Previous baseball coaching experience preferred, with experience coaching middle school athletes considered an asset.
• Strong knowledge of baseball fundamentals, strategies, player development, and team management.
• Experience leading, hiring, or mentoring coaches and helping develop an athletic program strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to build a positive, competitive team culture focused on both athletic and personal growth.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with student-athletes, families, coaches, and school personnel.
• Commitment to GCA’s mission and to developing students spiritually, academically, athletically, and personally.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to fulfill the responsibilities of a middle school head coach, including practices, games, and related program activities.