Varsity Assistant Baseball Coach

FHLB Des Moines; Colorado Springs, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Academy District 20 in Colorado Springs invites applications for an Athletic Coach at Air Academy High School. The role involves leading practices, developing student-athletes, and managing an active athletic program.

The position requires ASEP, CHSAA, and NFHS coaching certifications, plus strong communication and safety focus. Hours align with the school calendar, including competition schedules and events.

Qualifications

• ASEP Certification - American Sport Education Program
• CHSAA Certification - Colorado High School Activities Association
• High school graduate - high school diploma or equivalent
• NFHS Coaching Fundamentals Certification - National Federation of State High Schools

Responsibilities

• Report to Athletic Director and/or head coach; provide coaching, development, and supervisory responsibilities of the athletic program.
• Attend to fiscal management responsibilities within the program.
• Develop practice plans and strategies to advance individual skills and team performance.
• Supervise facilities and athletes before, during, and after practices and competitions.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Adaptability

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASEP Certification

CHSAA Certification

NFHS Coaching Fundamentals Certification

Job description

Location: Air Academy High School Recruiting Start Date: 08/18/2026 Estimated Start Date: 10/05/2026

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible to the Athletic Director and/or a head coach; provides coaching, development, and supervisory responsibilities of an athletic program
• Compensation for all hired extra pay positions (coaches, sponsors, ancillary instructors, etc.) is contingent upon the specific athletic, activity, or academic event being approved by the District to occur during the school year related to this position/posting.
• Certifications listed as required qualifications may also be obtained upon acceptance of the position.
• The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.
• Reports consistently for work as scheduled
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
• Actively seeks feedback from supervisor(s) and/or colleagues
• Communicates high expectations for athlete behavior and reinforces expectations
• Communicates regularly with the Athletic Director
• Consistently meets responsibilities in a timely manner regarding fiscal management
• Consistently seeks professional growth and learning
• Demonstrates a solid knowledge of the sport, the policies, rules, and game management strategies.
• Demonstrates an effective understanding of the athletes’ developmental level and moving athletes to their next level
• Demonstrates effective knowledge and complies with rules and regulations of governing bodies
• Demonstrates strong evidence of leadership that exhibits fair, understanding, tolerant, patient, behaviors that create a positive environment.
• Demonstrates verbal and written communication skills that use multiple modes, are timely, professional, and consistent with the goals of the program, school, and district
• Develops positive and respectful communications and relationships with stakeholders
• Effectively builds and maintains a program that fosters both individual and team growth and development
• Effectively creates a competitive environment in which all athletes have a chance to experience both individual and team success
• Effectively identifies and applies a variety of strategies and tactics to maximize opportunities for success in competitions for the individual and/or the team
• Equipment is consistently maintained, inventoried, stored, and re-ordered prior to the beginning of the season.
• Evaluates assistant coach(es) where applicable.
• Has communication procedures that are clearly defined, consistently used, and proactive when possible
• Includes and values stakeholders
• Is aware of injuries to athletes and communicates with athletic trainer and parents, is proactive with injuries, makes sure athletes are medically released to return to play
• Plans for daily, weekly, monthly, and annual character development of all athlete/athletes in the program
• Produces practice plans that are detailed and assist with the advancement of individual skills progression and and strategy development
• Regularly pursues appropriate professional learning activities
• Roster, transportation requests, certifications are handed in prior to deadlines.
• Supervises all facilities and athletes before, during, and after practices and competitions

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to be flexible and patient in work demands
• Ability to assist students in assigned areas
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
• Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities
• Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility
• Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team setting
• Demonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness
• Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills
• Detail-oriented
• Energetic, creative, innovative, flexible
• Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills
• Promotes a positive climate, culture, and community
• Student-centered and relationship-focused
• Understanding of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. The noise level in the work environment may alternate among quiet, moderate, and loud. The incumbent is frequently required to interact in person and through communication methods with the students, public, and/or other staff. The incumbent is required to work scheduled school/work hours and/or days. The incumbent may be required to work extended school/work hours and/or days as directed. The incumbent operates primarily independently and frequently with others in a professional school environment indoors regularly and outdoors occasionally.

Physical Demands

• Sits, stands, walks, stoops, kneels, and crouches/squats while performing duties
• Has oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction interpersonally and/or through communication devices
• Uses eyes, hands, and finger coordination enabling the use of equipment and writing utensils
• Typical demands require staff to lift and carry up to 20 pounds, and may be higher for some assignments depending on position and student need; climb stairs, ladders, and/or stools; reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; use fingers to operate computer keyboards; feel the shape, size and temperature of objects

Cognitive Functions

• Analyze
• Communicate
• Compare
• Compile
• Compute
• Coordinate
• Copy
• Evaluate
• Instruct
• Negotiate
• Synthesize
• Reason
• Use interpersonal skills

Required Qualifications

• ASEP Certification - American Sport Education Program
• CHSAA Certification - Colorado High School Activities Association
• High school graduate -high school diploma or equivalent
• NFHS Coaching Fundamentals Certification - National Federation of State High Schools

Preferred Qualifications

• Teacher License: Initial - Colorado Department of Education
• Teacher License: Professional - Colorado Department of Education

Minimum Compensation and Hours

Minimum Compensation:

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Hours per Day: 7.5 hour(s) per day

Number of Days per Year: 183 Days M-F

Benefits Eligibility

Under Part-time - Ineligible For more information on our benefits, please visit Employee Benefits | Academy District 20 (asd20.org).

FLSA Status

United States of America (Exempt)

About Us

Since 1957, Academy District 20 has been a cornerstone of the Colorado Springs community. As one of the largest districts in the Pikes Peak region of Southern Colorado, we proudly support more than 26,000 students across nearly 40 unique schools and programs. From our passionate educators to our innovative programs, we are united by one goal – educating and inspiring every student to thrive.

• We educate and inspire students to thrive in a safe and supportive environment.
• We believe people are the heart of our success.
• We believe relationships matter.
• We believe in quality education.
• All students will have the knowledge, skills, and character necessary for successful transition to the next level and upon graduation will be fully prepared for success.

Due to the large number of applications we receive, we are unable to contact those applicants not selected for interviews. Thank you for your understanding.

Explanations of benefits and benefits eligibility can be found in the most recent benefits guide on the Employee Benefits page of the ASD20 website. Please note fingerprinting and background checks are required for all positions. Learn more.

Academy District 20 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.