Job Overview:
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Baseball Coach to join our team. As a Baseball Coach, you will be responsible for teaching and developing fundamental baseball skills, fostering teamwork, and promoting sportsmanship among players. This is a paid position.
Gold Glove Academy works with players ages 8-20 years old through group sessions, camps and clinics for all ages. Many different coaching opportunities available through Gold Glove Academy and more!
Duties:
- Plan and conduct baseball practices and training sessions
- Teach players proper techniques for hitting, pitching, fielding, and base running
- Develop practice drills and activities to improve players' skills
- Provide individualized coaching and feedback to players
- Organize and lead team practices, scrimmages, and games
- Create game strategies and make in-game adjustments as needed
- Promote a positive and inclusive team environment
- Ensure the safety of all players during practices and games
- Communicate effectively with players, parents, and other coaches
Requirements:
- Previous experience working with students or athletes in a coaching capacity
-Playing and/or Coaching Experience
- Strong knowledge of baseball rules, strategies, and techniques
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to effectively manage behavior and maintain discipline among players
- Passion for teaching and developing young athletes
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required by the team's schedule
- Valid driver's license for transportation to games or tournaments
Skills:
The ideal candidate for this position should possess the following skills:
- Behavior management
- Experience working with children in childcare or educational settings.
- Strong background in baseball coaching.
- Ability to climb stairs or ladders if necessary.
If you are enthusiastic about baseball coaching and have a passion for helping young athletes develop their skills, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume highlighting your relevant experience.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary, Seasonal
Pay: $20.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunities for advancement
Grade levels:
- 10th grade
- 11th grade
- 12th grade
- 4th grade
- 5th grade
- 6th grade
- 7th grade
- 8th grade
- 9th grade
- Elementary school
- High school
- Middle school
Schedule:
- After school
- Choose your own hours
- Evenings as needed
- Weekends as needed
- Weekends only
Experience:
- baseball: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Ability to Relocate:
- Arlington, VA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person