Hamilton County Schools·Chattanooga, Tennessee
The assistant coach is responsible for supporting the baseball program at Loftis Middle School. This includes ensuring student safety and adhering to state and athletic association health policies.
Loftis Middle School is a grades 6–8 school located in Hixson, Tennessee, just north of Chattanooga.
At Loftis, our work is grounded in joy, purpose, and a deep commitment to keeping students at the center of every decision we make.
We believe meaningful learning happens when students feel known, valued, and challenged in a supportive and engaging environment.
Teachers at Loftis have a strong understanding of how to use data to inform instruction, plan with intention, and collaborate within both horizontal and vertical teams to meet the diverse needs of students.
We value reflective practice and believe that continuous growth—for both students and adults—is essential to a thriving school community.
We are seeking educators who bring a growth mindset, a collaborative spirit, and a genuine love for teaching and learning.
Our teachers understand the importance of clear procedures, strong relationships, purposeful planning, state standards, and instructional best practices—all while fostering a classroom culture rooted in joy, belonging, and high expectations.
https://nfhslearn.com/courses?utf8=%E2%9C%93&searchText=heat+ NEW- All Coaches must complete the NFHS COVID-19 Course.
https://nfhslearn.com/courses/covid-19-for-coaches-and-administrators
Candidates must complete NFHS certifications in Fundamentals of Coaching, First Aid, Health & Safety, Heat Illness Prevention, and COVID-19. Compliance with TSSAA/TMSAA health and safety policies is mandatory.
Market context
In Tennessee, assistant baseball coaching roles often draw candidates with prior coaching experience, strong school-sport communication skills, and current safety certifications. These positions can be competitive because schools look for applicants who can support student-athletes, follow TSSAA/TMSAA health and safety policies, and complete required NFHS training. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications are current before applying.