Youth Development Baseball Coach
At Move Think Learn our mission is to empower children through sport by teaching them how to have fun while learning the fundamentals of baseball. We believe in the power of baseball to positively impact children and support their physical and personal development. Beyond establishing a foundation for proper baseball techniques, our program helps children build self-confidence, embrace teamwork, develop sportsmanship, and learn the importance of physical activity—all while having fun!
About the Role
We are looking for youth development coaches to join our Little Rookies Baseball program. Lead Coaches earn $35 per session. Candidates are recommended to be fully vaccinated upon commencing employment, subject to legally required exemptions (e.g., medical condition, disability, or sincerely-held religious belief). Some regions may require full vaccination due to state-specific mandates.
Fitness & Child Development
- Fitness: Shape future athletes by building athletic skills and teaching the importance of physical fitness.
- Physical: Encourage physical activity through agility, coordination, and balance.
- Social: Empower social development through teamwork, cooperation, and leadership.
- Emotional: Support emotional development by building confidence through optimism and encouragement.
- Mental: Teach Baseball IQ through game-like drills focused on competition, patience, and perseverance.
Responsibilities
- Follow Little Rookies instructional baseball programming
- Provide fun and energetic instruction
- Set up and take down equipment
Requirements
- Reliable transportation to local parks and facilities
- Open weekend availability
- Must be able to pass a background check
- Ability to stand for up to four hours at a time
- Must be great with kids and willing to work with children 2-6 years old and their parents
Preferred Qualifications
- Comprehensive baseball knowledge
- Youth coaching experience
Benefits
- Flexible schedule - Part-time W-2 hourly employee
- Pay: $18.42 - $35.00 per hour
- Continued professional development
- Additional coaching opportunities in soccer and multi-sport programs