Hybrid Head Coach - Baseball at Barrington Community Unit School District 220

Position Title: Head Coach

Reports To: Director of Athletics

Supervises: Assistant Coaches

Season: Spring

Position Summary

Summary: 

The head coach oversees and coordinates competitive athletic teams in compliance with Illinois High School Association (IHSA) rules, Board of Education policies, and District 220 practices, serving as a role model for student-athletes and staff while fostering strong community and inter-school relationships. This role provides leadership, mentorship, and supervision for assistant coaches and student-athletes while developing strategies and practice regimens to enhance teamwork, sportsmanship, and athletic skills. It ensures program continuity across all levels, recognizes achievements and collaborates with the Athletic Director on staffing and personnel matters. Additional responsibilities include monitoring student eligibility, organizing student and parent programs, supporting college recruitment, and managing budgets. 

Qualifications:

• Professional Educator License, Educator License with Stipulations for Paraprofessional – ELS (PARA), Substitute (SUB license must be registered in DuPage County), or NFHS certification

• Previous experience preferred, but not required

• Effective communication and problem-solving skills

• Strong work ethic and organizational skills

• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Ability to work positively and productively with adults and student participants

Expected Student Contact Beyond Teaching Contract:

• Practice and games 6 days per week 

Expected Weekend and Holiday Competitions/Performances/Events/Travel:

• Varies by sport/activity

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, talk, demonstrate, and listen.

• The employee may regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, such as athletic equipment. 

Terms of Employment: (Completed by the Office of Human Resources)

• Wage Grid Lane: Lane A

• Status: BEA Stipend Schedule or BSEO Stipend Schedule