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Application Deadline Ended
Apply by Ended 1/30/2024
Location
Washington D.C., DC, USA
Job Description
The Academy Baseball/Softball Coordinator will manage Academy Coaches and Youth Employment Program (SYEP) volunteers with respect to on-field and other physical activities. The Academy Baseball/Softball Coordinator should be well-versed in youth development and able to mentor Academy Coaches. Lastly, the Academy Baseball/Softball Coordinator must have the ability to address the behavioral challenges posed by scholar-athletes. The Academy Baseball/Softball Coordinator is expected to attend planning sessions, mandatory training and professional development programs provided by the Academy.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Take a lead role in implementing baseball/softball instruction, during gathering time, and rainy day activities.
- Assist in planning baseball/softball activities with Baseball/Softball Operations team
- Maintain supplies for baseball/softball-and other physical activities.
- Manage all volunteers with respect to baseball/softball activities.
- Coordinate with the appropriate Academy Classroom Coordinator for daily logistics and lesson plans.
- Other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications Required
- Ability to be prepared and organized for every program day
- Advanced knowledge of baseball/softball rules and coaching experience
- Demonstrated experience and emotional commitment to working with youth and families in a low-income, urban community
- Commitment to achieving the articulated objectives of the Academy for scholar-athletes, staff, and the community at-large
- Demonstrated leadership and motivational skills
- Embody the qualities of a strong role model for Academy volunteers, and scholar-athletes
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
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