Varsity Baseball Coach
Join a vibrant, mission-driven school community! Frankel Jewish Academy (FJA) is seeking a dedicated and passionate Varsity Baseball Coach to lead and inspire our student-athletes both on and off the field. This seasonal role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ personal and athletic growth within a supportive environment rooted in Jewish values and academic excellence. If you’re passionate about coaching, mentorship, and helping students build confidence both on and off the field, we encourage you to apply.
Organizational Mission
Frankel Jewish Academy is a rigorous college preparatory high school dedicated to academic excellence and Jewish literacy. We inspire students to think critically, creatively, and compassionately, dedicating themselves to Jewish tradition, peoplehood, and the State of Israel, and to become lifelong learners and leaders.
Characteristics of Professional Excellence
FJA Professionals :
Are invested in and dedicated to our mission and the school community’s continued growth and success.
Create an inclusive, open-minded school community and learning environment for our students.
Embrace cross-curricular learning opportunities to create meaningful educational experiences inside and outside of the classroom.
Are passionate, dynamic, and nurturing mentors.
Seek opportunities for innovation and growth.
Value responsive and collaborative professional relationships.
Encourage students to challenge themselves to think critically about the world around them.
Foster authentic connections with students through support, consistency, professionalism, and understanding.
Inspire students to approach the world with awe and wonder.
Ideal prospective candidates :
Strong knowledge of baseball fundamentals, techniques and strategy
Demonstrates a commitment to student growth, both athletically and personally
Embraces and models sportsmanship, teamwork, and self-discipline
Aligns with FJA’s athletic philosophy and values-based educational mission
Effective communicator and positive role model for high school athletes
Available for the season, which runs from March 2026 through June 2026
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Teach fundamental baseball skills, strategy, and physical training
Support both individual and team development and success
Install moral values and pride in accomplishment
Promote positive social behavior and teamwork
Foster self-discipline and self-confidence in student-athletes
Qualifications and Experience
CAP I Certification Required for all first year head coaches
CPR Certification and First Aid Certification required
Substantial knowledge of the fundamental and technical aspects of baseball
Must abide by the Frankel Jewish Academy Coaches Handbook and overall Academy athletic philosophy
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary of $2,000 to $4,000, depending on experience
Supportive team culture
General Requirements
Criminal history background check required
Compliance with federal employment eligibility verification
References required
Don’t meet every single requirement? We encourage you to apply anyway! At FJA, we value diverse experiences and perspectives .
Please email your resume, cover letter and references to employment@frankelja.org with subject “Varsity Baseball Coach”
Your work will directly support our mission of fostering academic excellence and a vibrant Jewish community, ensuring our school’s financial health and the success of every student.
Frankel Jewish Academy is a non-profit private secondary academy. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to the belief that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation or pregnancy), disability, religion, national origin or genetic information.
To find out more about Frankel Jewish Academy, visit our website at www.frankelja.org .
Baseball Coach • West Bloomfield Township, Michigan