High School Head Boys Baseball Coach

id='p65984_47324'>High School Head Boys Baseball Coach JobID: 65984

Position Type:

Athletics/Coach

Date Posted:

6/9/2026

Location:

Clay County High School

Closing Date:

06/15/2026

County:

Clay County Schools Additional Information: Show/Hide

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED

Pending Employment

Criminal Background Check

Drug Test

The High School Head Boys Baseball Coach will direct the entire baseball program, overseeing varsity and junior varsity teams. Key duties include teaching baseball fundamentals, planning and running practices, developing game strategies, monitoring the academic eligibility of student-athletes, managing the program budget, and ensuring compliance with State athletic association regulations.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

Program Leadership & Administration: Oversee the vision for the entire program, from the varsity level down to junior varsity and freshman teams. Handle administrative duties such as budgeting, equipment inventory, field maintenance, and scheduling.

Coaching & Player Development: Teach fundamental and advanced skills in hitting, pitching, fielding, and base running. Design effective daily practice plans and execute in-game strategies, lineups, and substitutions.

Academic & Personal Growth: Monitor student-athletes' grades and classroom behavior to ensure academic eligibility. Act as a mentor, guiding athletes through personal development and serving as a positive role model on and off the field.

Safety & Compliance: Supervise student-athletes during all team activities (practices, games, and travel). Adhere to state athletic association rules (e.g., WVSSAC), local school board policies, and enforce concussion and injury management protocols.

Community & Staff Management: Coordinate and mentor assistant coaches to ensure continuity across all program levels. Communicate regularly with parents, booster clubs, and the media.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience coaching and/or playing baseball is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of baseball skills and coaching techniques.
• Ability to manage budgets, equipment, and logistics.
• Commitment to student-athlete academic and personal growth.
• Eligibility for coaching permit.

Terms of Employment:

2026-2027 School Year

Extracurricular Contract

Compensation:

Established by the Clay County Board of Education coaching salary schedule.

The Clay County School System is an equal opportunity employer. Employment opportunities are offered without discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, and retaliation.