National Youth Baseball Instructor
Job Summary
As a National Youth Baseball Tour Instructor, you will:
- Join a multi-week national youth baseball and softball tour, teaching kids ages 6-13 the fundamentals of baseball, the Ripken Way
- Learn how to operate the best baseball and softball camps/clinics in the nation, from those who have created and implemented the standards and practices
- Create a fun, dynamic atmosphere for clinic participants, developing camaraderie and acting as a positive role model
- Uphold the values and brand standards established by Ripken Baseball
- Operate sport-specific instructional stations, including hitting, pitching, and fielding
- Gain knowledge of and training in management, coaching, and working independently when assisting with camp operations
- Aid in setting up and breaking down baseball and softball equipment at the start and end of each day as needed
- Assist partner brand and agency representatives in setting up and breaking down event production equipment and promotional items
- Maintain a high level of professionalism while providing extraordinary customer service
- Be considered to work other Ripken Baseball events at the conclusion of the tour, based on performance
- This position is paid and can also be used for college credit
Requirements:
- Past baseball or softball experience with a strong understanding of fundamentals, and interest in coaching
- Prior customer service experience
- Prior experience working with children, exhibiting the ability to be patient and understanding
- An outgoing, friendly personality, excellent communication skills, strong initiative, and high level of energy
Preferred Experience:
- Prior coaching experience
- Childcare, safety, and/or CPR training
- Previous experience managing a small group of peers
- Ability and willingness to physically perform all job responsibilities
- Ability and willingness to be on the road traveling across the US non-stop from mid-March through the end of June. All applicants MUST be available the ENTIRE period.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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