Head Jr. High Boys Baseball Coach

Job Title: Head Junior High Boys Baseball Coach

School: Moravia High School / Middle School

Reports To: Athletic Director / School Principal

Position Type: Extracurricular / Seasonal (Spring/Early Summer Season)

Position Overview

Moravia High School is seeking a passionate, knowledgeable, and patient Head Junior High Boys Baseball Coach to lead our middle school baseball program. The primary goal of the Junior High program is fundamental skill development, teaching the rules and strategies of the game, fostering strong sportsmanship, and preparing student-athletes for high school competition. The Head Coach will oversee all aspects of the junior high baseball team, including practices, game management, player safety, and team organization.

Key Responsibilities

Skill Development & Instruction

• Teach and reinforce fundamental baseball mechanics, including throwing, fielding, hitting, base running, and pitching fundamentals.

• Design and run structured daily practices that emphasize skill progression, team concepts, situational awareness, and safety.

• Introduce team strategies, defensive alignments, and game situations appropriate for middle school athletes.

• Focus on player growth, encouraging effort, positive communication, and a strong work ethic.

Game & Team Management

• Manage lineup rotation, positions, and game strategy for all junior high games and tournaments, ensuring fair playing time and development opportunities.

• Supervise student-athletes during all practices, games, locker room time, and bus travel.

• Coordinate field setup, equipment preparation, and post-game field maintenance (raking mounds, dragging fields, storing gear).

• Maintain complete team records, including rosters, pitch counts, and emergency contact information.

Program Leadership & Administration

• Collaborate with the High School Head Baseball Coach to ensure alignment between the junior high and high school programs.

• Communicate regularly with parents, school administrators, and umpires regarding schedules, expectations, and team policies.

• Enforce academic eligibility guidelines, district conduct codes, and sportsmanship standards.

• Inventory, issue, collect, and care for all school-issued equipment, uniforms, and gear.

Qualifications & Requirements

Required

• Valid High School / Middle School Coaching Authorization/Endorsement or State Teaching License with Coaching Endorsement.

• Required certifications in CPR/AED, First Aid, and Concussion Management (NFHS or state-equivalent).

• Comprehensive understanding of baseball rules, situational play, and safety guidelines (including pitch-count limitations).

• Ability to pass a mandatory criminal background check.

Preferred

• Prior coaching experience at the middle school, youth, or high school level.

• Background as a competitive baseball player (high school or collegiate level).

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills tailored to middle-school-aged youth.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, throw, catch, and move actively around the field during practices and games.

• Ability to hit fungo grounders/fly balls, demonstrate proper throwing/hitting mechanics, and assist with field prep.

• Ability to lift equipment bags, base sets, and field maintenance tools (up to 50 lbs).