MARION CITY SCHOOLS

Marion, Ohio

 

January 8, 2025

January 23, 2025

 

SUPPLEMENTAL COACHING VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Anticipated Opening for 2024-2025 Spring Season

 

Position:                                    

Elementary Baseball Coordinator – Range VI

Time Schedule:                        

Seasonal as determined by the OHSAA
 
Salary Rate or Ratio:                

Salary/Stipend

 

Reports to:                              

Extracurricular Director/Designee/Head Baseball Coach
 
Employment Status:                

Supplemental Contract 

FLSA Status:                          

Exempt

 

Qualifications:                       

• PASP – Pupil Activity Supervisor Permit issued by The Ohio Department of Education, which includes:

                                                            -Fundamentals of Coaching

                                                            -Concussion Education

                                                            -Valid CPR Certification

                                                            -First Aide/Health Safety

• A thorough knowledge of the sport/activity that is being taught                               
• Sudden Cardiac Arrest Training – Lindsey’s Law
• Alternative to the above qualifications as superintendent and/or board of education may find appropriate

 Job Description:

The Elementary Youth Baseball Coordinator supervises and coordinates the Elementary Youth Baseball Program, using the basic philosophy adopted by the Baseball Program at Harding High School.  The coordinator will assist with instruction, as well as supervision of events, including games, practices and other activities.  They will work under the direction of the Harding High School coaches.        

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• An thorough knowledge and background of the sport that he/she is coaching
• Ability to work effectively with others 
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
• Effective, active listening skills
• Organizational and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of child development and an understanding of age appropriate tasks
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Interacts in a positive manner with staff, parents and students
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships

  Essential Functions:

• Exhibit professional behavior, emotional stability and sound judgment
• Respond appropriately to crisis situations (i.e. emergencies, employee/parent concerns)
• Ensure the safety of students
• Set a good moral and ethical example for athletes, the student body, and community
• Work cooperatively with the Head Coach to better the athletic program 
• Conduct oneself in an ethical manner during contests and practices
• Assist the Head Coach as directed during practice
• Notify parents of athlete(s) needing medical attention, refer for a physical and keeping records
• Assist in the inventory and dissemination of athletic equipment             
• Be present at all practices and ensure that all student-athletes are accounted for after practice
• Cooperate with other sports/coaches to develop a total athletic program
• Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality
• Work cooperatively with the teaching staff, administration and parents

 Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the compilation of lists to be submitted to the Athletic Director         
• Act as scouts when needed
• Attend special events such as pep assemblies, homecoming, and parent's night
• Assist in the decisions regarding athletic awards         
• Keep abreast of new techniques and innovations by attending clinics and reading material
• Be involved and attend Athletic Booster and Athletic Council meetings
• Promote the program to parents, students, and the community
• Assist in the collection of required student athlete forms, pay-to-participate fees, etc
• Ensure the safety of students
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Exhibit professional behavior, emotional stability and sound judgement
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships
• Interacts in a positive manner with staff, students and parents
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Follows Board Policy
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach   

 Equipment Operated:

• First aid kit
• Motor vehicle
• Sport appropriate equipment such as batting cages, golf carts, blocking sleds, goal posts, etc.     •  Stop watch
• Computer/Printer
• Telephone
• Fax Machine
• Copy Machine
• Calculator

 Additional Working Conditions:

• Occasional exposure to bodily fluids
• After school and weekend work
• Requirement to travel both daily and overnight
• Occasional operation of a motor vehicle in inclement weather conditions
• Lift, carry, push, and pull various supplies and materials up to a maximum of 50 pounds
• Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, jog, talk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, climb, kneel, and stoop

 

NOTE: The above lists are not ranked in order of importance.

 

Employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance use in the workplace throughout his/her employment with the District.

 

Marion City Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer
it is the policy of the Marion City Schools Board of Education that the best-qualified applicant shall be selected for each position without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, political affiliation, disabling or military status. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to participate in activities involved in the position or program for which application has been made.

 

How to Apply:

Internal and External 

If you are interested in being considered for this position, you must apply on the Marion City School’s website prior to 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 5, 2025.  Here is the link to apply

https://marioncityschools.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

 

If you have questions, contact Elementary Extracurricular Coordinator, Brett McCrery, via email bmccrery@mcspresidents.org or call 740.223.4634.