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i9 Sports

Sport Coordinator Baseball

Fishers, IN · On-site

$20/hr

... baseball. With our focus on fun, safety, convenience, and good sportsmanship, i9 Sports is ... Empower volunteer coaches to lead practice sessions focusing on fundamentals, skill development ...

i9 Sports

Sport Coordinator Flag Football

Fishers, IN · On-site

$20/hr

Empower volunteer coaches to lead practice sessions focusing on fundamentals, skill development ... baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse. To achieve our mission of helping kids succeed in life through ...

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How much do volunteer baseball coaching jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for volunteer baseball coaching in Indiana is $48,440.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,700.00 and $57,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a volunteer baseball coach?

Volunteer baseball coaches are individuals who offer their time and skills to teach, mentor, and guide baseball teams, usually at the youth or community level, without receiving financial compensation. These coaches help players develop fundamental skills, understand the rules of the game, and foster teamwork and sportsmanship. Their role may include organizing practices, managing games, and communicating with parents and league officials. Volunteer coaches play a crucial part in creating a positive and supportive environment for athletes to learn and enjoy baseball.

What are the typical responsibilities of a volunteer baseball coach during a season?

As a volunteer baseball coach, you can expect to plan and lead regular practices, teach fundamental skills, and encourage teamwork among players. You'll also be responsible for organizing lineups, managing game strategies, and communicating with parents and league officials. Additionally, volunteer coaches often help with equipment management and ensure a safe, positive environment for all participants. Collaboration with assistant coaches and fostering player development are central to the role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a volunteer baseball coach, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Volunteer Baseball Coach, you need a solid understanding of baseball fundamentals, basic coaching techniques, and often prior playing or coaching experience. Familiarity with scorekeeping apps, safety protocols, and league management systems is beneficial. Strong communication, patience, and motivational skills help build rapport with players and foster team development. These abilities are essential to create a positive learning environment and effectively guide young athletes both on and off the field.

What is the difference between Volunteer Baseball Coaching vs Youth Baseball Coach?

AspectVolunteer Baseball CoachingYouth Baseball Coach
Required CredentialsNone typically required, some background in baseball helpfulOften requires coaching certifications or background checks
Work EnvironmentCommunity fields, schools, or local leaguesSchool gyms, community parks, or sports complexes
Employer & Industry UsageNonprofit organizations, community leagues, youth sports programsSchool districts, youth sports organizations, recreational leagues

Volunteer Baseball Coaching involves unpaid roles focused on teaching baseball skills and team management within community or youth leagues. Youth Baseball Coaches may be paid or volunteer, often requiring certifications, and work within school or organized sports settings. Both roles aim to develop young players' skills and foster teamwork, but Volunteer Baseball Coaching typically emphasizes community service without formal compensation or extensive credentials.

What are the most commonly searched types of Baseball Coaching jobs in Indiana?

The most popular types of Baseball Coaching jobs in Indiana are:

What cities in Indiana are hiring for Volunteer Baseball Coaching jobs?

Cities in Indiana with the most Volunteer Baseball Coaching job openings:

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Infographic showing various Volunteer Baseball Coaching job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,440 per year, or $23.3 per hour.

High School Boys Assistant Baseball Coach

Perry Township School District

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Perry Township Schools rating

5.1

Company rating: 5.1 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

562nd of 636 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Position Type:
Athletics/Activities/COACH
Date Posted:
8/11/2026
Location:
Southport High SchoolHigh School Boys' Assistant Baseball Coach
Position Purpose
To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training
necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same
time, the coach must instruct and demonstrate behaviors that lead to socially
acceptable character development, self-discipline, self-confidence, and pride of
accomplishment in the student athletes. To upgrade his/her knowledge and skills
through coaching clinics, observations, consultation, etc.
Essential Job Functions
  • Participates in the budgeting function with the athletic director by establishing requirements for the next season.
  • Recommends equipment guidelines as to type, style, color or technical specifications.
  • Is responsible for operating within budget appropriations.
  • Is accountable for all equipment and collects the cost of any equipment lost or not returned.
  • Arranges for issuing, storing and reconditioning of equipment and submits annual inventory and current records concerning same.
  • Properly marks and identifies all equipment before issuing or storing.
  • Monitors equipment rooms and coaches' offices, authorizes who may enter, issue or requisition equipment.
  • Permits the athletes to only be in authorized areas of the building at the appropriate times.
  • Examines locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking on general cleanliness of the facility. Responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of specific sport equipment.
  • Secures all doors, lights, windows and locks before leaving building if custodians are not on duty.
  • Instills in each player a respect for equipment and school property, its care and proper use.
  • Organizes parents, coaches, players and guests for preseason meetings.
  • Promotes the sport within the school through recruiting athletes who are not in another sports program and promotes the sport outside the school through news media, little league programs, or in any other feasible manner.
  • Responsible for the quality, effectiveness and validity of any oral or written release to local media.
  • Responsible for maintaining good public relations with news media, booster club, parents, officials, volunteers and fans.
  • Presents information to news media concerning schedules, tournaments and results.

Staff Responsibilities
  • Established the fundamental philosophy, skills and techniques to be taught by staff.
  • Design conferences, clinics and staff meetings to insure staff awareness of overall program.
  • Trains and informs staff, encourages professional growth by encouraging clinic attendance according to local clinic policy.
  • Delegates specific duties, supervises implementation and, at season's end, analyzes staff effectiveness and evaluates all assistants.
  • Maintains discipline, adjusts grievances and works to increase morale and cooperation.
  • Performs such other duties which may be assigned by the athletic director/principal.

Administrative Responsibilities
  • Assists the athletic director in scheduling, providing transportation and requirements for tournament and special sport events.
  • Assists in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled sport events or practices and adheres to scheduled facility times. Coordinates program with maintenance and school employees.
  • Provides documentation to fulfill state and system requirements concerning physical examinations, parental consent and eligibility.
  • Provides proper safeguards for maintenance and protection of assigned equipment sites.
  • Advises the athletic director and recommends policy, method or procedural changes.

Student Responsibilities
  • Serves as a mentor to each athlete to promote the development and demonstration in student athletes with character traits of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
  • Gives constant attention to a student athlete's grades and conduct.
  • By his/her presence at all practices games and while traveling, provides assistance, guidance and safeguards for each participant.
  • Provides training rules and any other unique regulations of the sport to each athlete who is considered a participant.
  • Initiates programs and policies concerning injuries, medical attention and emergencies.
  • Completes paperwork on all disabling athletic injuries on proper forms and submits to athletic office within 24 hours.
  • Directs student managers, assistants and statisticians.
  • Determines discipline, delineates procedures concerning due process when the enforcement of discipline is necessary and contracts parents when a student is dropped or becomes ineligible.
  • Assists athletes in their college or advanced educational selection.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Thorough knowledge of all the athletic policies.
  • Knowledge of existing system, state and league regulations; implements same consistently and interprets them for staff.
  • Ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.
  • Substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and, at the same time, must continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field.
  • Ability to serve as an appropriate role model for student athletes through his/ her instructions and actions.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Seldom = Less than 25% Occasional = 26 to 50% Often = 51 to 75% Very Frequent = Greater than 75%
Physical Requirement Percentage of Time
Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
Often
Ability to lift 35 pounds.
Often
Ability to carry 35 pounds.
Often
Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of both arms and legs.
Very Frequent
Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter.
Very Frequent
Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation.
Very Frequent
Ability to operate job-related equipment.
Very Frequent
Ability to reach in all directions.
Very Frequent
License/ Registration/ Certification
  • N/A

Education
  • High School Diploma or GED.

Experience
  • Previous experience is preferred.

FLSA Status: Exempt

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