Baseball Program Head

Job DetailsJob Location: Polytechnic School - Pasadena, CA 91106Education Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $23.00 - $25.00 HourlyABOUT POLY

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Position Overview

Polytechnic School (Poly) is seeking a Head Coach for its Varsity Baseball program. The Head Coach will lead all aspects of the program — from player development and game strategy to culture-building and communication with families — while upholding the values and standards of Poly Athletics. This is a part-time, seasonal coaching position.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all varsity baseball operations, including practice planning, in-game strategy, and roster management
Recruit, evaluate, and develop student-athletes across skill levels, from varsity-ready players to those still building fundamentals
Coordinate with the JV/Middle School coaching staff to ensure a consistent player-development pipeline throughout the program
Model and enforce standards of sportsmanship, discipline, and academic priority consistent with school policy
Communicate regularly and professionally with student-athletes, parents, and school administration
Manage practice and game schedules in coordination with the Athletics Department
Ensure proper use, care, and inventory of equipment and facilities
Support team fundraising, community engagement, and program visibility (e.g., social media, banquet events) in partnership with Athletics Communications
Ensure compliance with league, section, and school safety and eligibility policies
Attend required coaches' meetings and trainings (CPR/First Aid, concussion protocol, etc.)
Engage robustly in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion to promote a healthy learning environment
Willingness to take on other duties as needed

Qualifications
Prior coaching experience at the high school, collegiate, or competitive club level preferred
Strong knowledge of baseball fundamentals, strategy, and player development techniques
Demonstrated ability to work with and mentor high-school-aged student-athletes
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Current or willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid certification and complete background clearance
Bachelor's degree required; teaching experience a plus
Demonstrated experience creating inclusive learning environments and opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, Poly will recruit, hire, train, and promote faculty and staff without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality, and bisexuality), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition and physical or mental disability (whether perceived or actual), or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. School policy also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.