Baseball Instructor - ComEd Recreational Center

• Lead, implement, and instruct small teams of young players during practices, games, and scrimmages, ensuring a positive and engaging learning environment.

• Design and deliver age-appropriate baseball drills to enhance player development in fundamental skills, technique, and teamwork.

• Foster a team-oriented mindset and encourage individual growth, both on and off the field.

• Assume responsibility for managing a designated area of the field during practices and games, ensuring safe and effective use of space.

• Supervise players’ activities to ensure proper technique and sportsmanship are demonstrated during practice sessions and competitive play.

• Assist with officiating and ensuring fair play in games, providing support to game officials when needed.

• Adhere to and enforce all safety and security guidelines to ensure the well-being of players, staff, and spectators.

• Uphold the organization's policies on field safety, equipment usage, and player conduct.

• Serve as a positive role model for players and staff, demonstrating excellent attitude, work ethic, and sportsmanship at all times.

• Exhibit professionalism in all interactions with players, parents, staff, and community members, maintaining a respectful and supportive demeanor.

• Promote the importance of personal responsibility, teamwork, and integrity, both on and off the field.

• Complete other duties as assigned.

• Demonstrate a strong passion for fostering positive environments and enriching experiences for children, ensuring their growth both athletically and personally.

• Committed to encouraging children’s self-confidence, teamwork, and sportsmanship through engaging and supportive coaching practices.

• Possess experience working with children across various age groups, understanding their developmental needs and tailoring instruction accordingly.

• Adapt teaching methods to engage children with different learning styles, ensuring each player feels supported and challenged.

• Ideal candidates include graduating seniors and college students with a background in athletics and/or team sports, demonstrating a deep understanding of teamwork, discipline, and leadership.

• Ability to relate personal athletic experience to coaching practices, offering insight into the importance of teamwork, perseverance, and goal setting for young players.

• Paid Leave Accrual

• Sick Time Accrual

• 401(k) once eligibility is met

Recruiter: Maggie Szot

Soldier Field -- Legends Global

1410 S. Museum Campus Drive

Chicago, IL 60605

• Intercollegiate, intramural, and/or high school experience

• Experience playing and/or coaching one or more of the following sports: soccer, baseball/softball, basketball, football, and fitness.

• Flexible, takes direction and has initiative, and is comfortable in a fast paced, changing environment

• Summer Camp experience a plus.