Varsity Baseball Assistant Coach

Varsity Baseball Assistant Coach

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Starting Date: Immediately

Purpose Statement Assistant coaches are responsible for helping in providing an education-based experience for student-athletes, including building positive relationships. They are responsible for the organization, development, and leadership of a varsity athletic program in support of the mission and core values of Xavier Catholic Schools. Duties may include coordinating practice planning, skill development, and designing strategies which prepare the team for competition;

mentoring student-athletes; organizing camps; budget management, including fundraising; collaborates with other coaches; and demonstrates adherence to district, conference, and state association rules and regulations.

Job Title: Varsity Baseball Assistant Coach
Reports To: Varsity Coach;
Director of Athletics/Activities

• Valid coaching license through the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners or the ability to obtain it prior to the start of the season.
• Previous experience as a head coach, preferred.
• Previous experience coaching, preferred.
• Strong knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead, instruct, and supervise students athletes and a coaching staff.
• Ability to work under pressure and remain calm.
• Proficient in organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Attend and effectively coach in all scheduled games:
  Dates to be determined by the Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA)
• Establish the fundamental philosophy, skills, and techniques to be taught to the student athlete, promoting individual and team growth in athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, respect and good sportsmanship.
• Lead, organize and be present at any and/or all practices.
• Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate student athletic abilities initially and on an ongoing basis (i.e. statistics, film, challenge matches, etc).
• Train and inform staff on the fundamental philosophy, skills and techniques, via staff meetings, clinics, and training.
• Delegate and assign specific duties, supervise implementation and at season’s end analyze staff effectiveness.
• Ensure all coaches work together toward a common goal within their respective programs and provide unity with the feeder schools and affiliated youth leagues within XCS.
• Collaborate with and utilize the district’s strength and conditioning program.
• Adhere to injury prevention procedures established by XCS.
• Apply and enforce all student discipline during athletic contests and ensure student athletics maintain sportsmanship in all phases of the competition.
• Collaboratively work to enhance sportsmanship by spectators, both directly and indirectly by working closely with administration, cheerleaders, pep clubs, boosters, etc.
• Take precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for participation.
• Work collaboratively with the Activities Department to schedule competitions and coordinate arrangements.
• Promote the athletic program for purposes of increasing interest and participation.
• Accompany and supervise students on all athletic activities competitions.
• Maintain all pertinent information student-athlete personal and medical files, as required by the Activities Department.
• Maintain inventory of uniforms and equipment within the program.
• Annually establish and meet performance goals.
• Be familiar with and adhere to the coaches handbook, employee handbook, Board of Educational Examiners Professional Code of Ethics and Conduct, and board policies, especially those governing student non-discrimination, anti-harassment, bullying, mandatory reporting, student record confidentiality, and other pertinent policies.
• Advise students and parents on the athletic code of conduct, including consequences for violation, and…