Varsity Baseball Coach

Location: Pelham

Join our team as a Varsity Baseball Coach!

Home to more than 1,600 students, the Pelham School District is composed of Pelham Elementary School serving preschool through grade 5, Pelham Memorial School serving students in grades 6 through 8, and Pelham High School serving students in grades 9 through 12. In Pelham we provide a supportive learning environment as well as a wide variety of extracurricular clubs, activities, and sports.

Our students, teams, and schools are all #pelhamproud! Supported by administrative and professional teams, successful candidates will help us reach our goals: to help all students know they belong, improve students' academic performance, and make Pelham one of the best places to work through an excellent workplace culture.

About the Position:

The function of a coach is to properly educate students through participation in interscholastic competition. The interscholastic program is designed to enhance academic achievement and should never interfere with opportunities for academic success. In recognition of this, the following are some of the responsibilities for this position:

* The coach is accountable for the culture of the team and conduct of any of the assistant coaches, players, team officials, and team-affiliated spectators.

* Establish the fundamental philosophy, skills, and techniques to be taught by the coaching staff.

* Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, respect, and good sportsmanship.

* Adhere to injury procedures established by the Pelham High School Athletic Department.

* Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.

* Have the total athletic and school program  supportive of student participation in other school activities and communicate with colleagues regarding expectations in and out of season.

* Develop a program not only within the high school but within the town and community by connecting with the middle school and youth programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Prior high school varsity or junior varsity coaching experience.

* CPR/First Aid Certification

* NFHS Certification

* Knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures

* Knowledge of NHIAA rules

* Demonstrated ability to instruct, lead and supervise student athletes

* Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

What We Offer:

This is a seasonal, part-time poisition paid by a stipend. Stipends are paid twice per season: mid-way and at the conclusion of the season. This role does not qualify for benefits.

Selection Process:

Our interview process is designed for you to learn about our District and why Pelham is a great place to work! Our selection process typically includes an initial phone interview, followed by an in-person interview.