Job Description

Baseball Hitting Instructor 

Department: Player Development 

Classification: 1099-Independent Contractor 

  Summary: 

D-Bat Waco is currently seeking applicants for a Hitting Instructor in the Player Development Department. This hitting instructor will be responsible for the training and mentorship of young athletes with a specific focus on hitting. 

  Essential Duties / Responsibilities: 

The Hitting Coach will be expected to: 

• Implement an organizational hitting development program 

• Plan daily hitting sessions for athletes scheduled 

• Analyze hitter performance using tools, reports and technology 

• Prescribe and monitor a development plan for each hitter based on areas of opportunity 

• Collaborate with affiliate Strength Coach and Performance staff to identify and act on solutions related to physical limitations/opportunities 

• Communicate plans, goals and progress with players and parents

  Requirements / Qualifications: 

• Collegiate/Professional playing experience 

• Ability to understand and advocate for changes due to new information and or tools in baseball 

• Ability to work and communicate well with people  

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills 

• Proficient in basic use of computers including Microsoft Office 

• Professional or collegiate playing experience is a plus

  Additional Requirements / Qualifications: 

• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds. 

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time as well as bending, reaching, throwing, and swinging a bat.

  Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.