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
Required Skills
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
- 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.
Required Experience
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Prior coaching experience
- Childcare, safety, and/or CPR training
- Previous experience managing a small group of peers