Youth Baseball Instructor

OVERVIEW

The Blue Jays Baseball Academy is responsible for facilitating baseball skills programming in Ontario and across Canada in the spring and summer with the goal to nurture young people’s love of baseball and passion for the Blue Jays.

This is accomplished through a variety of programs and for this role, specifically baseball skills clinics.

Ontario Clinics are one-day, four-hour baseball skills clinics for players aged 8-12 taking place at local baseball associations and little leagues across Ontario on weekends in the spring and summer.

National Clinics take place nationwide in July and August as part of a week-long program blitz in specific cities across Canada in partnership with Jays Care Foundation.

As a Blue Jays Baseball Academy Instructor, you are responsible for teaching fundamental baseball principles through demonstration, practice, and skills development at clinics throughout the spring and summer, enhancing the overall experience at these events.

Successfully candidates will be subject to a vulnerable sector background check prior to being hired.

To learn more about the Blue Jays Baseball Academy, visit .

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Instructing players on the fundamental skills of baseball in a group setting at clinics
• Facilitate specific drills in a specified time period
• Present a welcoming attitude upon arrival of players and support with registration process
• Work with other Blue Jays instructors and to provide a fun and energetic atmosphere for participants
• Support overall event logistics at clinics in Ontario and nationally
• Adhere to Toronto Blue Jays standards and policies
• Set up and take down equipment in a timely manner
• Understand and follow Toronto Blue Jays safety protocols and procedures
• Represent yourself and the organization professionally while travelling
• Other duties and club responsibilities as required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess technical baseball knowledge
• Work well with others, enthusiastic and dedicated to working with youth
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Organized and self-motivated
• Possess time management skills
• Proven leader with ability to take control in group settings
• Must have a flexible schedule and be available for program changes and short-notice events
• Must be available and willing to work long hours including weekdays, weekends, and holidays as required
• Must be available to work majority of the weekends in May and June
• Must be available for at least one full week to travel out of province in either July or August
• Must posses a valid G drivers license
• Any background in Sport Administration or Physical Education an asset
• Any NCCP regional coaching certification is considered an asset
30+ days ago