Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
Date Posted: 7/6/2026
Location: Main Building
District: Advanced Technology Academy
Position Overview
Dearborn Advanced Technology Academy (ATA) is seeking an experienced, dedicated, and student-focused Varsity Baseball Head Coach to lead and develop our high school baseball program. The Head Coach will oversee all aspects of the Varsity and Junior Varsity Baseball Programs, supervise assistant coaches, and foster a culture centered on academic achievement, athletic excellence, leadership, discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The successful candidate will be responsible for building a competitive baseball program while developing student-athletes who excel both on the field and in the classroom. The Head Coach will work closely with school administration, athletic department staff, families, and community stakeholders to ensure the continued growth and success of the baseball program.
Qualifications
- Previous baseball coaching experience at the high school level or higher.
- Knowledge of Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) rules and regulations.
- Proven ability to teach baseball fundamentals, strategy, sportsmanship, leadership, and discipline.
- Experience working with students in an educational setting.
- Current coaching certifications required by MHSAA and ATA, or ability to obtain prior to employment.
- CPR, First Aid, and concussion training certification preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong understanding of baseball fundamentals, offensive and defensive systems, pitching development, player development, and conditioning methods.
- Knowledge of game management, lineup construction, pitching rotations, and situational baseball strategies.
- Excellent organizational, leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Ability to motivate student-athletes and foster a positive, disciplined, and competitive team culture.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, administrators, parents, and community stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and general computer applications.
- Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
- Commitment to ATA’s mission of academic and athletic excellence.
Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, and direct all aspects of the Varsity and Junior Varsity Baseball Programs.
- Develop and implement practice plans, game strategies, conditioning programs, skill development sessions, and off-season training opportunities.
- Supervise, mentor, and evaluate assistant coaches while ensuring alignment with the philosophy and goals of the baseball program.
- Provide leadership and support to Junior Varsity coaches to establish continuity and long-term player development throughout the program.
- Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, accountability, leadership, and academic success among student-athletes.
- Ensure all student-athletes maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA and meet ATA eligibility standards.
- Coordinate and oversee mandatory study tables for student-athletes after school and/or following practices.
- Implement and monitor mandatory nutritional plans to support student-athlete health, wellness, and performance.
- Communicate regularly with the Athletic Director, School Operations Manager, Principal, and parents regarding team operations and student-athlete development.
- Maintain accurate attendance, eligibility, academic, and performance records.
- Coordinate team scheduling, transportation requests, equipment inventory, uniform distribution, and program needs.
- Organize and oversee off-season workouts, camps, clinics, and player development opportunities.
- Develop fundraising and community engagement initiatives that support the growth of the baseball program.
- Represent ATA Athletics professionally at all school, athletic, and community events.
- Attend athletic department meetings, school functions, and professional development opportunities.
- Ensure compliance with all ATA, conference, district, and MHSAA rules and regulations.
Work Schedule & Availability
- Monday through Friday, approximately 3:30 PM – 8:00 PM during the baseball season.
- Must be available after school dismissal for practices, games, study tables, and team activities.
- Occasional evenings and weekends required for games, tournaments, camps, fundraising activities, and team events.
- Off-season responsibilities include player development, strength and conditioning oversight, program planning, recruitment, fundraising, and community engagement.
Preferred Characteristics
- Strong commitment to student-athlete academic achievement.
- Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, staff, and community members.
- Passion for developing young men into leaders both on and off the field.
- Experience building and sustaining successful baseball programs.
- Strong understanding of long-term athlete development and program growth.
- Commitment to fostering confidence, accountability, resilience, and teamwork among student-athletes.
Benefits
- Opportunity to build and lead a competitive high school baseball program.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Positive and supportive educational environment.
- Opportunity to make a lasting impact on student-athletes academically, athletically, and personally.
- Coaching stipend based on experience and ATA salary guidelines.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit the following items:
- Letter of Interest
- Resume
- Coaching Philosophy Statement
- Three Professional References
Applications should be submitted to:Athletic Director: Leonte DegraffenreidDearborn Advanced Technology Academy (ATA)Dearborn, Michiganldegraffenreid@my.atafordpas.org
ATA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages qualified candidates who are passionate about developing student-athletes and promoting excellence in education and athletics to apply.
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