Program Instructor - Jr. Giants Baseball League ($21.61/hour - $29.17/hour)

HAYWARD AREA RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT • Hayward, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

H.A.R.D. is offering an introductory baseball program through their partnership with the San Francisco Giants. Participants will learn fundamentals, practice skills, and play games. The role involves facilitating, coaching, and coordinating these activities. The Program Instructor will lead and support baseball programs, provide excellent customer service, create a safe and inclusive environment, work collaboratively with staff, and assist with daily operations.

Requirements

• Experience working or playing in sports or recreation
• Enjoy working with youth
• Dependable team player
• Enthusiasm, communication skills, and a positive attitude
• Must be able to possibly work mornings, evenings, and weekends
• Possess or obtain by date of employment valid certification in CPR and First Aid
• Attend orientation training
• Must have reliable transportation
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Ability to create and maintain an exciting atmosphere
• Ability to exercise good judgment and deal with the public effectively
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Completion of two years in high school
• Must be at least 15 years of age
• If 15-18 years of age and still in high school, must possess a valid work permit
• Provide proof of negative TB Skin Test
• Any offer of employment to an adult employee who will have direct contact with minors is conditional upon a satisfactory fingerprint clearance and background check (DOJ)
• Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Possession of a valid CA Drivers License

Nice To Haves

• Some previous experience with a variety of sports is desirable

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting baseball programs and activities
• Providing excellent customer service to participants, parents, and caregivers
• Creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all
• Working collaboratively with fellow staff and supervisors
• Assisting with setup, cleanup, and daily operations as needed
• Conduct sports programming for youth ages 4 to 17 years of age
• Ensure safety and proper technique of participants while in the program
• Follow an age appropriate sports curriculum for participants
• Encourage skill development and self-confidence through progression of skills
• Provide a high level of customer service to parents and participants
• Exercise precautions necessary to ensure the safety of participants
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers
• Attends job specific trainings
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED