Junior Varsity Baseball Assistant Coach

Exciting Opportunity at University High School in San Francisco, California

San Francisco University High School (UHS) is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and passionate candidate who shares its core values: Inquiry, Care, Integrity, Agency, and Interconnection.  Collegial and collaborative, the successful candidate will join a dynamic athletic department that believes that athletics is an integral and valuable component of our students’ overall educational experience. We believe that student-athletes benefit not only physically and emotionally by participating and competing in sports, and that one of our fundamental responsibilities is to help student-athletes develop critical skills (e.g., teamwork, resilience, leadership, tenacity, etc.) that promote success in the classroom, in college and in life.

About San Francisco University High School:

UHS, is a coeducational independent day school in San Francisco, California with 480 students in grades 9-12. Founded in 1975, the school’s mission is to challenge each individual to live a life of integrity, inquiry, and purpose larger than the self. UHS is located in the Pacific Heights neighborhood of San Francisco.

Job Description:

We seek a passionate and skilled JV baseball assistant coach to join our dedicated athletic department at University High School. As the JV baseball assistant coach, you will play a pivotal role in fostering the growth and development of our student-athletes, both as individuals and as a cohesive team. Your expertise, enthusiasm, and commitment to instilling the values of teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship will be instrumental in building a competitive and successful baseball program.

Terms of employment: Contract

Season: Spring (January - June)

Practices: Monday through Friday, between 3:00 to 7:30 p.m.

Contests: Times vary

Compensation: $25/HR

Coaching and Training:

• Design and implement comprehensive training sessions that cater to players of varying skill levels and abilities.
• Develop a well-structured and progressive program focusing on skill enhancement, tactical understanding, and physical fitness.
• Provide individualized coaching and feedback to each player to nurture their strengths and address areas for improvement.
• Create a positive and motivating environment that inspires players to strive for excellence and reach their full potential.
• Create and manage a practice and game schedule that provides for excellence despite the lack of an on-campus baseball field.

Team Building:

• Foster a sense of camaraderie and teamwork among the players, emphasizing the importance of mutual respect and support on and off the field.
• Organize team-building activities and events to strengthen the team's bond and cohesiveness.
• Encourage an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere that embraces diversity and celebrates the unique contributions of each team member.
• Oversee the operation and development of the junior varsity program.
• Create and sustain a team culture consistent with the Salesian charism emphasis on reason, religion, and kindness and the Oratory Model of home, school, church, and playground.

Competitive Participation:

• Strategically plan game tactics and adjust strategies based on the team's strengths and the opponent's weaknesses.
• Attend all scheduled games, home and away, and guide and motivate players during gameplay.

Student-Athlete Development:

• Promote each student-athlete's development by emphasizing the importance of academics and character development.
• Monitor the academic progress and behavior of student-athletes, offering support and guidance as needed.
• Serve as a role model for student-athletes by demonstrating ethical behavior, respect, and integrity.

Safety and Compliance:

• Ensure the safety of all players during practice sessions, games, and events by adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
• Comply with all school and league regulations regarding eligibility, conduct, and participation. 

Non-Discrimination: 

UHS values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds. All employment decisions are made without regard to unlawful considerations of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, creed, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.