Coach, Yankees Baseball Summer Camps: 2025-3522

Hf Hq; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 23,763; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Working outdoors in a sports environment

Opportunities for additional lessons

Experience with a global brand

Job summary

A summer sports camp provider is seeking a Yankees Camps Coach to lead children's baseball activities, instill teamwork, and create an inclusive environment. The role offers opportunities to impact young campers’ confidence while sharing a passion for baseball. This position requires enthusiasm, reliability, and the ability to maintain safety during active play. Coaches will work Monday-Friday with a pay rate of $17.25 per hour. Join a team committed to delivering high-quality summer experiences for kids.

Qualifications

• Enjoy working with children and bringing positive energy.
• Passionate about baseball or softball.
• Reliable, coachable, and open to learning.
• Safety-minded and calm in fast-paced environments.
• Able to walk/run quickly and lift sports equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily baseball games and activities for campers.
• Deliver curriculum ensuring a high-quality experience.
• Create a welcoming environment for all campers.
• Motivate campers through positive energy and leadership.
• Build strong relationships with campers and uphold safety.

Skills

Working with children

Positive energy

Teamwork

Effective communication

Adaptability

Coaching skills

Reliability

Job description

The Position

New York Yankees Baseball Camps deliver summer baseball experiences that kids can’t get at any other summer camp. Designed for ages 5-13, at Yankees Camps, young fans learn the game, celebrate Yankees traditions, and feel the magic of being part of the New York Yankees family. Each day blends baseball joy, Big League moments, and unforgettable memories - all designed with intention. Campers build confidence, form friendships, and get exclusive access to the energy, history, and culture of the Yankees.

As a Yankees Camps Coach, you bring energy, enthusiasm, and care to every camp day. You lead small groups of campers through fun, active, age-appropriate baseball experiences that build confidence, teamwork, and a love for the game.

Through encouragement, movement, and positive leadership, you help create an environment where campers feel supported, included, and excited to learn and play, while bringing a championship-driven spirit inspired by World Series moments and proudly representing the Yankees on and off the field.

Role Information

• Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:45 am-3:30 pm
• Time Commitment: Available for pre-camp training and all weeks of programming
• Compensation: $17.25 / hour

Additional Camp Information

Camp Dates & Locations:

• June 22 - June 26: Brien McMahon High School, Norwalk, CT
• June 29 - July 3*: NO CAMP
• July 6 - July 10: NO CAMP
• July 13 - July 17: The Hackley School, Tarrytown, NY
• July 20 - July 24: Randall's Island, New York, NY
• July 27 - July 31: Green Vale School, Glen Head, NY
• August 3 - August 7: The Hackley School, Tarrytown, NY
• August 10 - August 14: Ardsley Little League, Ardsley, NY

Note: Camp locations may change weekly. All staff must have reliable transportation to get to site each day.

• Campers and staff of all backgrounds and gender identities are welcome at camp.
• We are a phone‑free and nut‑free working environment.
• Extended Employment Opportunities: Hitting and Fielding small‑group lessons Monday – Friday from 3:15 - 4:00 pm (paid at $43.75 per lesson).

What You'll Do

• Lead a group of 10–12 campers of a similar age through daily baseball games, drills, activities, and active play, bringing energy, creativity, and intention to every moment
• Deliver the provided curriculum and activity plans to ensure a consistent, high‑quality camp experience, while finding opportunities to elevate the experience through traditions, themed moments, and Big League–inspired touchpoints
• Create a welcoming, inclusive environment where campers feel safe, encouraged, and excited to participate, ensuring each camper feels like part of the team
• Motivate campers through positive energy, clear communication, and hands‑on leadership, setting a tone that is fun, focused, and authentically Yankees
• Build strong, authentic relationships with campers by supporting their confidence, sparking their love for the game, and fostering a sense of belonging and community throughout the camp week
• Uphold all camp safety, supervision, and behavioral expectations throughout the day
• Work collaboratively with fellow coaches and site leadership to support daily camp flow and create unforgettable, premium camp moments
• Assist with transitions, group movement, arrival and dismissal, and daily camp operations, proactively stepping in where needed to keep camp running smoothly and safely
• Represent the New York Yankees and Headfirst with professionalism, enthusiasm, and pride, bringing the Yankees experience to life for campers and families

About You

• Enjoy working with children and bringing positive energy, patience, and care to group settings
• Passionate about baseball or softball and excited to share it with campers in a way that builds confidence and joy
• Comfortable leading and supervising a small group of campers throughout the day
• Reliable, coachable, and open to learning through training, feedback, and collaboration
• Safety‑minded, adaptable, and calm in active, fast‑paced environments
• Dedicated to the camp’s mission, program quality, and a supportive team environment for the full camp season
• Able to remain upright and standing for multiple hours at a time, walk and/or run quickly around large outdoor grass and dirt‑covered fields, and lift and carry up to 50 lbs. of sports equipment
• Committed to adhering to and enforcing the camp’s Cell‑Phone Free policy, powering down and putting away cell phones for the duration of your shift

Headfirst Professional Sports Camps is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusivity across our Headfirst community, and we strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups and those who might need reasonable accommodation to apply.

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Perks and Highlights as a Camps Team Member

• Work in baseball, being active and outdoors all summer.
• Ability to earn middle and end of season awards.
• Build valuable experience representing a global brand.
• Join an incredible team of like‑minded, passionate people.

About Headfirst

Headfirst delivers thoughtfully designed, high‑quality summer and youth experiences built to elevate potential and exceed expectations. For over 25 years, we’ve partnered with families, schools, and organizations to create environments where kids feel supported, challenged, and confident trying new things.

What makes Headfirst different is intentionality. We don’t wait and hope growth happens - we design for it. Our programs are carefully structured, and our staff are trained to spot, create, and celebrate breakthrough moments. These Headfirst Moments - when a camper pushes past fear, tries something new, or surprises themselves - are built into every day.

We believe great experiences are built on relationships. Our teams prioritize genuine connection, creating welcoming environments where campers feel seen and known, staff feel supported, and families trust that every detail has been thoughtfully considered. Behind the scenes, a professional, year‑round Headquarters team supports our seasonal staff with training, systems, and clear expectations so camps run smoothly and consistently.

When you join Headfirst, you’re joining a team that takes pride in doing things well. We care deeply about the experience we deliver, the people we work with, and the impact we have on kids and families. The work is meaningful, the standards are high, and the summers are unforgettable.