Varsity Boys Assistant Baseball Coach (2026-2027)

Young World Physical Education; Wagener (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Aiken County Public Schools Wagener Salley High School in Wagener, South Carolina is seeking an Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach for the 2026-2027 school year. The role reports to the Head Coach within the Athletics department and aims to develop student skill, discipline and sportsmanship.

The position involves assisting the head coach with duties, supervising practice areas, and ensuring safety and compliance with league rules.

Qualifications

• Experience in athletics coaching or teaching preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff and parents.
• Reliable, responsible and dependable with strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Assist head coach with duties for the Varsity Baseball program.
• Check practice areas daily and remove hazards.
• Help develop public relations within the school and community.
• Make equipment recommendations to the head coach.
• Supervise in locker rooms before and after practice.
• Provide up-to-date medical procedures for athletic injuries.
• Model appropriate behavior for students on and off the field.
• Share responsibility for participant eligibility and insurance coverage.
• Know current SC High School League rules and school policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Coaching

Leadership

Communication

Safety procedures

Education

Teaching certificate eligibility

Tools

First aid knowledge

Job description

Varsity Boys Assistant Baseball Coach (2026-2027)

Aiken County Public Schools WAGENER SALLEY HIGH - Wagener, South Carolina Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Aiken County Public School District, and CERRA-SC

Job Details

Job ID: 5869775
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Aug 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Mar 5, 2027

Job Description

Position Title: Coach, Assistant
Department: Athletics
Reports To: Head Coach

SUMMARY: To help each participating student achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship, and an increased level of self-esteem.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists the head coach in any assigned duties related to football in addition to coaching the Varsity team.
• Assumes responsibility for checking all practice areas each day and removes hazardous objects from the practice area.
• Helps develop a positive public relations program in the school and the community.
• Makes recommendations to the head coach for purchasing equipment.
• Provides supervision in the locker rooms before and after practice.
• Provides the latest and up-to-date medical procedures for the treatment of athletic injuries.
• The assistant coach will at all times conduct himself in a manner that will set a good example for students to follow on and off the field.
• Assumes responsibility with the head coach for eligibility of participants and insurance coverage of team members.
• Assumes responsibility for knowing the latest football rules, South Carolina High School League rules and regulations and School District policies regarding interscholastic sports.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the district's policies and applicable laws.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a pleasant, professional, efficient manner. Must be reliable, responsible and dependable and fulfill obligations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

To be decided by Executive Director and/or Building Principal.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid Teaching Certificate, if applicable.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before administrators, staff, parents and students.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to interpret and apply common sense understanding in carrying out instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Ability to analyze information and use logic to address work related issues and problems. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES

Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; occasionally walk and stand; travel from building to other sites. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to be able to hear conversations in quiet environments.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works inside. The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints. The employee is frequently will work irregular or extended work hours while performing the duties of this job. The employee is directly responsible for safety, well-being and work output of students and coaches.
The noise level in the work environment varies from quiet to loud.

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT

Seasonal
Athletic Supplements Pay Scale

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually according to Board Policy.

Updated 2019 Position Type: PRN

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 1000 Brookhaven Dr
• Aiken, South Carolina 29803
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]