Youth Development Coach - Head Coach

At Youth Athletes United our mission is to Empower children through sport by teaching them how to have fun while learning the fundamentals of the sport.

We are looking for youth development coaches to join our Little Rookies Baseball program. 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 is designed to help children build self-confidence, embrace teamwork, develop sportsmanship and learn the importance of physical activity, all while having fun!

Lead Coaches earn $40 Per Session!

Candidates are recommended to be fully vaccinated upon commencing employment, subject to legally required exemptions. Legal exemptions include but are not limited to, medical condition, disability or sincerely-held religious belief; some regions may require full vaccination upon hiring due to state-specific mandates. Proof of vaccination in those states will be required and will be requested in the other regions.

FITNESS & CHILD DEVELOPMENT

Fitness

We shape future athletes by building athletic skills and teaching them the importance of physical fitness.

Physical

We encourage physical activity through agility, coordination, and balance.

Social

We empower social development through teamwork, cooperation, and leadership.

Emotional

We support emotional development by building confidence through optimism and encouragement.

Mental

We teach Baseball IQ through game-like drills focused on competition, patience, and perseverance.

Our Classes:

• 8 Week Season- Introductory baseball training program, 45 min.- 1 hr practice/division for 8 consecutive weeks. Weekend availability REQUIRED.
• Camps- 1-day and 2-day baseball skills training camp, 3 hr class designed for Saturday and Sunday
• Pre-school Program- Introductory baseball program hosted on-site at daycare facilities.

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

• Comprehensive baseball knowledge.
• Youth coaching experience preferred.

Benefits

Flexible schedule - Part-time

W-2 hourly employee

Pay: $20.00- $40.00/ per hour

Continued professional development

Additional coaching opportunities in soccer and multiple-sport program