Baseball Coach

Job Details • Location: Los Angeles, CA 90077 • Position Type: Part Time • Salary Range: $50.00 - $60.00 hourly. Our School, founded on Jewish values, is about who our children can become and how they can help others become who they might be. Because the world our children will create tomorrow is born in the School we build today, our mission is to educate our children so they can surpass us. Position Overview A successful year-round high school baseball program requires much more than managing practices and games. The Head Baseball Coach serves as the architect of the program, responsible for developing athletes, expanding participation, building a strong culture, and representing the school within the broader baseball community. Responsibilities Program Leadership Develop and implement a comprehensive year‑round vision for the baseball program. Build a program culture centered on character, accountability, teamwork, resilience, and sportsmanship. Establish consistent expectations, language, and developmental philosophies across all levels of the program. Recruit, supervise, mentor, and evaluate assistant coaches. Collaborate with the Athletic Director on scheduling, budgeting, equipment, and facility needs. Program Growth Increase participation throughout the baseball program. Develop strategies to attract and retain student‑athletes. Expand the program by adding additional competitive teams when enrollment supports growth. Create a clear developmental pathway from middle school through varsity. Monitor participation trends and establish measurable annual growth goals. Middle School Engagement Maintain a consistent presence with middle school student‑athletes. Attend middle school games and practices regularly. Conduct baseball clinics, camps, and instructional sessions for younger players. Build relationships with middle school families to promote long‑term involvement in the program. Collaborate with middle school coaches to ensure alignment in player development. Player Development Design and oversee year‑round skill development. Implement offseason strength, conditioning, and throwing programs with the partnership of the athletic performance team. Develop individualized player improvement plans. Promote leadership development and mental performance training. Utilize video, analytics, and modern teaching methods when appropriate. Summer and Offseason Programming Build competitive summer opportunities that enhance player development. Schedule summer games, tournaments, showcases, and developmental experiences.Organize camps and clinics that support both player development and program growth. Coordinate offseason workouts and open field opportunities in accordance with school policies. College Placement Educate families about the college recruiting process. Assist student‑athletes in identifying appropriate collegiate opportunities. Build relationships with college coaches and recruiting coordinators. Promote student‑athletes through communication, video, evaluations, and showcases. Help players develop recruiting materials and understand NCAA and NAIA eligibility requirements. Community Engagement Serve as a visible ambassador for the baseball program. Develop relationships with local youth baseball organizations, travel programs, and community partners. Foster alumni engagement and create opportunities for former players to remain connected. Organize community events that strengthen support for the baseball program. Represent the school professionally at all times. Culture and Character Model exceptional sportsmanship and respect for opponents, officials, teammates, and coaches. Promote a culture where student‑athletes understand that character is as important as performance. Hold players accountable to high standards of behavior, effort, and academic responsibility. Celebrate growth, leadership, and team‑first attitudes. Communication Maintain timely and professional communication with players, families, coaches, and administrators. Clearly communicate expectations, schedules, and program philosophy. Partner effectively with school personnel to support student success. Qualifications Previous successful high school or collegiate coaching experience is preferred. Demonstrated ability to build and grow athletic programs. Strong knowledge of player development and modern baseball instruction. Experience mentoring adolescent student‑athletes. Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills. Commitment to the educational mission of the school. Flexible schedule that allows you to be with the team for all practices, games, tournaments, community outings, and team building experiences. Performance Expectations Growth in overall program participation. Successful implementation of additional competitive teams as enrollment allows. Positive culture reflected in player retention and family satisfaction. Development of strong relationships with middle school athletes and families. Expansion of summer baseball opportunities. Advancement of student‑athletes to collegiate baseball opportunities. Competitive success that reflects continuous player development. Visibility and positive reputation within the local baseball community. Demonstration of sportsmanship, integrity, and professionalism. Effective collaboration with athletic department leadership and school administration. #J-18808-Ljbffr