Middle School Baseball Coach

REPORTS TO:   Activities Director/Principal

QUALIFICATIONS:          1.  Iowa Coaching Authorization (required)
                                         2.  Previous Playing experience (preferred)
                                         3.  Sport specific knowledge (preferred)
                                         
COORDINATES:  Middle School Program with direction from Activites Director

POSITION GOAL:  To develop and grow student athletes, athletically and personally

JOB SUMMARY:  Responsible for implementation of program developed by Head Coach and/or Atctivities Director

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Instruct athletes regarding techniques, rules and safety practices of the sport
2. Develops and organizes practice program that align with Head Coach and/or Activities Director philosophy
3. Conduct  practices according to agreed upon schedules
4. Supervise athletes from the scheduled beginning of the practice or game until the last athlete is picked up, knowing where all participants are at all times
5. Supervise athletes on bus trips to other schools
6. Promote the entire Clarke Community Schools Athletics program
7. Set an example of the highest ethical and moral conduct including respecting and supporting contest officials
8. Foster among the participants and spectators an appreciation of the values of athletics, an attitude of good sportsmanship, and a sense of pride in self, team, school, and community
9. Promote a healthy lifestyle to student athletes
10. Communicates with Activities Director and/or Building Prinipal regarding roster and eligibility questions
11. Communicates with Activities Director and/or Administrative Assistant to ensure that all athletes have completed and submitted all required documentation, including the concussion form, medical insurance coverage form and have undergone and passed any required medical examinations before the regular practice season begins
12. Communicates with parents in regard to team rules, team schedule and athletic department guidelines
13. Work with Activities Director to ensure accurate inventory of equipment and uniforms
14. Adhere to all safety laws and district policies
15. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Activities Director

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  Salary and contract length to be determined in accordance with provisions of the Agreement between CCEA and CCSD.
                                                                                                  
EVALUATION:  To be done annually by the Activities Director/Principal with input of Head Coach

DISCLAIMER:  The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel in this position.  These statements are not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.