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I try very hard not to use the "B" word unless it is absolutly obvious and necessary. (Ex. Pitcher fakes to 1st.) Can't help you son.
I will do my best to communicate with the pitcher directly or through the catcher, technical flaws that could lead to the use of the "B" word. "Hey catch, go tell your pitcher to come to a good stop". I may ask to inspect the ball and make a suggestion to the pitcher while examing the ball. This works for every level of ball I have done, even semi-pro.
This is my approach. Some feel that it is black and white and the only way the pitcher will learn, is if you say the "B' word. I guess this works too.
One common mistake I used to make was being too eager to call a Balk. Some say if it looks strange , it got to be a balk. I say, if you can't explain what was wrong, then you shouldn't be calling it because you probably don't know enough about balks. JMO
Good luck
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