A Coach works with individual athletes or with sports teams to develop skills and improve teamwork and competitive performance. Runs practice sessions and physical conditioning programs; assesses the strengths and weaknesses of players; plans strategies for games; motivates and encourage players and teaches good sportsmanship.
Assistant Baseball Coach Worcester Polytechnic Institute•4.2 Worcester, MA Job Details Part-time Up to $75 an hour 10 hours ago Qualifications NCAA standards Student resource provision Student emotional support Student recruitment Team leadership Sports-specific training instruction Sports coaching class instruction Mid-level Student social support Team development Fundraising NCAA rules Student extracurricular activities management Baseball Sport psychology Teaching Full Job Description
The Interim WPI Assistant Baseball Coach is responsible for assisting the Interim WPI Head Coach of Baseball in providing leadership and direction for all aspects of the baseball program as they compete competitively in NCAA Division III athletics while providing an educational environment that enhances the development of the whole student-athlete.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Assist the Interim Head Coach in providing leadership and direction for the baseball program while maintaining a culture of compliance with NCAA rules and regulations, as well as New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference (NEWMAC) and WPI policies and procedures. Develop team and individual strategies that foster an environment of success through the effective teaching of the physical, mental, and emotional skills and abilities needed for achievement. Provide skill development opportunities, instruction in techniques, and sport psychology support to optimize student-athlete performance. Establish systems of support to ensure the academic, athletic, and social success of all team members participating in the program. Provide holistic support to student-athletes, including referrals to appropriate campus student support resources as needed. Support the Interim Head Coach in actively engaging student-athletes in the athletic program's #BeTheGoat programming and initiatives. Support recruiting efforts for prospective student-athletes committed to academic and athletic excellence. Assist the Interim Head Coach in effectively managing operating, fundraising, and other available resources to maximize opportunities while maintaining a high-quality student-athlete experience. Serve as a role model for students, student-athletes, the program, the department, the division, and WPI in all areas of responsibility. Support Student Affairs and Physical Education, Recreation, and Athletics initiatives as requested. Compensation depends on experience but is up to $75/hour, with approximately 15-hours per week.
FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Non-Exempt) WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.
