Position title
Head Coach, Intermediate Baseball - Athletics
Description
Punahou School is actively seeking a passionate and experienced Head Coach for Intermediate Baseball to join our Athletics Department. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of baseball fundamentals, an ability to build a positive and competitive team environment, and a commitment to fostering both the athletic and personal development of middle school athletes. This individual will lead the Intermediate Baseball team, focusing on player skill development, team strategy, sportsmanship, and creating a cohesive, collaborative, and enjoyable experience for student-athletes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership and Coaching:
- Serve as the head coach for the Intermediate Baseball team, overseeing all aspects of team practices, games, and player development.
- Provide instruction on proper techniques, game strategies, and promote a strong sense of teamwork and sportsmanship.
- Foster an environment that encourages student-athletes to strive for excellence, both on and off the field.
- Player Development:
- Teach and develop baseball fundamentals and advanced skills in line with age-appropriate standards.
- Create and implement practice plans that support player improvement, conditioning, and understanding of game strategy.
- Offer feedback to players and provide support to help each individual athlete reach their full potential.
- Team Management:
- Collaborate with the Athletics Department to schedule practices, games, and team events.
- Maintain clear communication with players, families, and school administration regarding team progress, scheduling, and expectations.
- Ensure a positive, inclusive, and safe environment for all athletes.
- Game Day Preparation:
- Organize and prepare team strategies, line-ups, and game plans for each competition.
- Lead the team during games, ensuring effective communication and in-game adjustments as necessary.
- Analyze team performance and use data and observations to make improvements.
- Administrative Duties:
- Manage equipment, uniforms, and other team resources.
- Comply with school and league rules, policies, and procedures.
- Report and document team activities, including practice logs and game statistics.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required.
- Prior experience coaching baseball, preferably with middle or high school students.
- Strong knowledge of baseball fundamentals, rules, and strategies.
- Ability to teach, motivate, and inspire young athletes.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Commitment to fostering the social, emotional, and physical development of student-athletes.
- Positive role model with a strong sense of sportsmanship and ethics.
- CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience as a head coach or assistant coach in a similar role.
- Experience working in a school environment or youth sports organization.
- Knowledge of Hawaii High School Athletic Association (HHSAA) and Interscholastic League of Honolulu (ILH) rules and regulations.
Work Schedule:
- This is a seasonal position aligned with the Intermediate Baseball schedule, which may require evening and weekend commitments for practices, games, and tournaments.
Job Location
Honolulu, HI
Career Listing Number
7723