Job Description

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• Fun Work Environment
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement

T-Ball/Baseball Instructor/Official

About i9 Sports
i9 Sports is the nation’s first and largest provider of youth sports leagues, camps and clinics whose mission is to help kids succeed in life through sports. We offer sports programs for boys and girls ages 3-14 in today’s most popular sports like flag football, soccer, basketball, volleyball and t-ball.
About the Job
The i9 Sports Baseball Instructor/official is responsible for enhancing the overall experience for the i9 Sports Baseball/T-Ball program. The Coordinator will oversee and lead each session of T-Ball/Baseball with the assistance of our Volunteer Coaches. The Baseball Instructor/Official will work with our volunteer coaches each week to ensure a positive, dynamic, and effective instructional experience is delivered. The position entails hands-on involvement with practices and games among all age groups and skills levels. Our age groups are generally broken up as follows:
3-4 yr olds - T-Ball
5-6 yr olds - Coach Pitch
7-8 yr olds - Coach Pitch

Shifts are scheduled for weekends only on either Saturday and/or Sunday based on availability. Our venues are located at Mayfield Woods Middle School & Benjamin Banneker Middle School.

Upcoming Schedule: Weekends Only - Saturday & Sunday Options
April 18th to May 31st - Spring League
June 20th to July 25th - Summer League
Sept 12th to Oct 25th - Fall League
Key Responsibilities:

• Instruction and Skill Development:
  • Teach young athletes the fundamental skills and techniques of Baseball
  • Implement age-appropriate drills and exercises to enhance players' Baseball abilities (Practice plans created and provided by i9 Sports).
  • Provide constructive feedback to help players improve their performance.
  • Complete mandatory pre season training sessions (Financially Compensated)
• Game Officiating:
  • Serve as an official for youth T-Ball & Baseball games, ensuring fair play and adherence to rules.
  • Maintain a professional and unbiased demeanor while officiating games.
  • Address rule violations and conflicts with fairness and diplomacy.
• Safety and Supervision:
  • Ensure the safety of all participants during practices & games.
  • Supervise and manage groups of young athletes, maintaining a positive and inclusive atmosphere.
  • Address any safety concerns promptly and appropriately.
• Communication:
  • Maintain open and effective communication with parents, participants, and fellow staff members.
  • Provide updates on program activities via Connecteam.
  • Address questions, concerns, and feedback from parents and participants professionally.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience coaching or playing Baseball.
• Knowledge of Baseball rules and regulations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, especially when working with children and parents.
• A passion for youth sports and the development of young athletes.
• Patience, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.
• Availability to work each weekend of the given season (Spring, Summer, etc.)
• Ability to efficiently solve problems
• Ability to motivate and manage others (i.e. coaches)
• Extremely reliable and responsible
• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Must have own vehicle/reliable transportation
• Must be able to pass background check

Benefits:

• Competitive starting compensation based on experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the organization.
• A rewarding role that positively impacts the lives of young athletes.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

With over 3.5 million registrations in communities across the country, i9 Sports is the nation's largest multi-sport provider focused solely on high-quality, community-based youth sports programs. We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, and volleyball. To achieve our mission of helping kids succeed in life through sports, i9 Sports provides a youth sports experience unlike any other, teaching the importance of good sportsmanship on the field and in life. We are committed to providing age-appropriate instruction, making sports fun for kids, and convenient for today's busy families. To us, it's The Way Youth Sports Should Be.

Our territories are located in Central/Northern Fairfax County VA, Loudoun County VA, Arlington VA, Northwest D.C, and Howard County/Silver Spring MD.

Each franchised location is independently owned and operated and is solely and exclusively responsible for determining local hiring decisions, compensation, benefits, and other terms of employment.