Ripken Baseball – Traveling National Youth Baseball and Softball Instructor
As a Traveling National Youth Baseball and Softball Instructor, you will:
- Join a continuous youth baseball and softball tour traveling across the country, teaching children ages 5-13 the fundamentals of baseball and softball, the Ripken Way
- Travel from city to city across the United States to host one-day baseball and softball clinics free of charge for local kids
- Learn how to operate the highest quality baseball and softball clinics in the nation from those who have created and implemented the standards and practices for an elevated experience
- Create a fun, dynamic atmosphere for clinic participants, developing camaraderie and acting as a positive role model
- Operate sport-specific instructional stations including hitting, pitching, infield, outfield, and agility
- Gain knowledge, experience, and training in management, coaching, and leadership while also working independently to assist with clinic operations
- Make a positive impact on both children and local communities across the United States
- Uphold the values and brand standards established by Ripken Baseball
- Assist partner brand and agency representatives in event operations by setting up and breaking down production equipment and promotional items
- Maintain a high level of professionalism while going above and beyond to provide extraordinary customer service
- Aid in setting up and breaking down baseball and softball equipment at the start and end of each day as needed
- Be considered to work for other Ripken Baseball opportunities at the conclusion of the tour, based on performance
- This position is paid with a bi-weekly stipend and can also be used for college credit
- Travel Expenses (Hotel, Vehicles, and Gas) are included as a part of the position when on the tour as well as one team meal per week.
Requirements:
- Ability and willingness to be on the road traveling across the United States non-stop from mid-April through the end of August. All applicants MUST be available the ENTIRE stint.
- Passion for both coaching and leading large groups of children
- Past baseball experience with a strong understanding of the fundamentals of the game
- Prior experience working with children, demonstrating patience, and being compassionate
- An outgoing, friendly personality with excellent communication skills, strong initiative, and a high level of energy
- Ability and willingness to physically perform all aforementioned job responsibilities
Preferred Experience:
- Prior coaching experience
- Childcare, safety, and/or CPR training
- Prior customer service experience
- Previous experience managing a small group of peers
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
