Varsity Baseball Head Coach: Christian Leadership & Growth

Impactcs; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, WI seeks a Christ-centered Varsity Baseball Head Coach to lead our program, developing athletes spiritually, academically, and athletically.

The ideal candidate communicates well, builds a positive team culture, and mentors students while upholding Christian values. Responsibilities include program leadership, player development, and managing practices, games, and schedules.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of baseball fundamentals, strategy, and player development.
• Previous coaching experience preferred; varsity-level experience is strongly preferred but not required.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with high school students.
• Ability to work effectively with assistant coaches and other members of the athletic department.
• Commitment to student-athlete development beyond athletic performance.
• Willingness to support and actively participate in the Christian mission and philosophy of Abundant Life Christian School.
• Ability to meet all school, conference, and WIAA requirements for coaches.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the varsity baseball program in alignment with the mission and values of Abundant Life Christian School.
• Establish a positive team culture built on faith, character, discipline, effort, teamwork, and accountability.
• Develop and communicate a clear vision, expectations, and standards for the baseball program.
• Work collaboratively with the Athletic Director, administration, coaching staff, parents, and other school personnel.
• Help develop consistency and continuity throughout the baseball program, including JV levels when appropriate.
• Plan and conduct effective practices that develop fundamental skills, baseball knowledge, athletic ability, and game awareness.
• Develop individual players while teaching athletes how to contribute to the success of the team.
• Provide appropriate opportunities for players to develop leadership, responsibility, and confidence.
• Promote good sportsmanship and respect for teammates, opponents, officials, coaches, and the game.
• Serve as a Christian role model both on and off the field.
• Integrate biblical principles and Christian character development naturally into the program.
• Encourage athletes to understand how their faith should influence their attitude, work ethic, relationships, leadership, and response to success and adversity.
• Participate in team devotions, prayer, and other appropriate spiritual-development opportunities.
• Support and uphold the Christian mission, beliefs, and values of Abundant Life Christian School.
• Prepare the team for practices, games, tournaments, and postseason competition.
• Develop appropriate game strategies and make in-game decisions.
• Coordinate team schedules, transportation needs, equipment, uniforms, and other program logistics in cooperation with the Athletic Department.
• Maintain accurate rosters and other required athletic records.
• Follow all WIAA, Trailways Conference, Abundant Lifel, and Athletic Department policies and regulations.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with players, parents, coaches, school administration, and the Athletic Department.
• Establish clear expectations for players and families regarding attendance, conduct, playing time, communication, and team responsibilities.
• Address concerns and conflicts promptly, professionally, and in accordance with school policies.
• Represent Abundant Life Christian School positively within the school, community, conference, and opposing-school environments.

Job description

Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, WI seeks a Christ-centered Varsity Baseball Head Coach to lead our program, developing athletes spiritually, academically, and athletically.

The ideal candidate communicates well, builds a positive team culture, and mentors students while upholding Christian values. Responsibilities include program leadership, player development, and managing practices, games, and schedules.