Varsity Baseball Assistant Coach: Develop Student Athletes

Sylvania; Dexter (MI); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexter Community Schools is seeking a Varsity Baseball – Assistant Coach for the 2026/2027 school year. The role supports the head coach with practices, game prep, and student-athlete development, with duties including equipment management and travel arrangements.

Candidates should have high school or college baseball experience, coaching credentials preferred, and a strong commitment to safety and academics. Evening practices and weekend events are required.

Qualifications

• Successful high school or college experience in baseball.
• Experience as a coach/assistant coach preferred.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of baseball.
• Knowledge of CPR and First Aid recommended.
• MHSAA P.A. C.E. Program recommended for all coaches.
• Valid Michigan teaching certificate is desirable.
• Knowledge of weight training and conditioning techniques.
• Previous experience working with students.
• Candidate should demonstrate interest in, and aptitude for, performing the assignment of assistant coach.

Responsibilities

• Work as a team member of the coaching staff.
• Prepare training/practice sessions, meet preparations and team travel arrangements.
• Maintain a professional competency by attending clinics and state rule meetings as needed.
• Ability to complete other training as necessary to provide a safe environment for student athletes as assigned by the district.
• Ability to provide effective leadership to student athletes to encourage both successful academic development and competitive performance.
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents, administration, players and staff.
• Submit an annual record of contest results and records.
• Supervise the issuance, cleaning, storage, return and care of all athletic equipment.
• Assist in purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms as necessary.
• Oversee the safety conditions of area when team is practicing.
• Enforce disciplined behavior, code of fair play.
• Establish and oversee penalties for not following school standards and rules; report all incidents to Athletic Director
• Attend practices and meets punctually
• Use professional conduct, language and decorum with staff, teammates, opponents, officials and fans
• Maintain player eligibility information
• Maintain physical forms, training rule forms signed by parents, team attendance records and medical emergency contact information.
• Teach individuals the skills necessary for the highest possible achievement in their sport
• Adhere to the rules and regulations as detailed by MHSAA, Dexter Community Schools Board of Education policies and all other applicable policies and guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned by head coach and/or Athletic Director

Skills

Baseball knowledge

Coaching experience

Student interaction

CPR & First Aid knowledge

Education

Michigan teaching certificate desirable

Job description

Dexter Community Schools is seeking a Varsity Baseball – Assistant Coach for the 2026/2027 school year. The role supports the head coach with practices, game prep, and student-athlete development, with duties including equipment management and travel arrangements.

Candidates should have high school or college baseball experience, coaching credentials preferred, and a strong commitment to safety and academics. Evening practices and weekend events are required.