Softball Pitching Instructor

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission; Riverdale Park (MD); Híbrido; USD 21.000 - 30.000; A tiempo parcial

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Health insurance eligibility

Sick Leave Benefits

Credit Union

Descripción de la vacante

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking a Softball Instructor to lead youth softball programming across county athletic fields. You will run clinics, camps, and practices while emphasizing skill development and safe play.

The role requires strong softball knowledge, clear communication, and a commitment to positive youth development through sport. Seasonal, part-time hours with evening/weekend availability are expected.

Formación

• Experience as softball pitching instructor or coach.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Knowledge of pitching mechanics and player development.
• Ability to instruct athletes of various ages and skill levels.

Responsabilidades

• Lead pitching instruction sessions and drills focused on mechanics, arm care, and pitcher development.
• Provide individualized feedback tailored to age and experience.
• Maintain safe, positive learning environment and promote sportsmanship.
• Assist with clinics, camps, and practices countywide.

Conocimientos

Softball pitching mechanics

Instructing youth

Communication skills

Safety protocols

Descripción del empleo

Description

Prince George’s County Parks and Recreation, Youth and Countywide Sports Division (YCSD) develops, organizes, and supports recreational sports programming for youth and adults across the county. Our programs aim to foster skill development, teamwork, community engagement, and a lifelong love for sports.

Softball Instructor

The Sports Unit of YCSD is seeking a Softball Instructor to lead, support, and enhance youth softball programming at various athletic fields throughout the county. This position will assist with clinics, camps, and practices.

Key Responsibilities

The Softball Instructor will provide high-quality instruction in softball fundamentals, skill development, and game strategy while ensuring participant safety and fostering a positive, inclusive, and engaging environment for players of all ages and skill levels. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong knowledge of softball, effective communication skills, and a passion for youth development through sports.

Instruction & Player Development

• Lead Softball pitching instruction sessions focused on proper mechanics, arm care, pitch development, accuracy, velocity, and overall pitcher development.
• Provide individualized instruction and feedback tailored to each participant's age, experience level, and developmental needs.
• Teach safe throwing practices and pitching routines that promote long term player health and injury prevention.
• Create a positive, supportive, and encouraging learning environment that builds confidence and sportsmanship
• Serve as a role model who promotes sportsmanship, teamwork, and confidence.

Customer Service

• Provide helpful, courteous support to families and patrons
• Communicate updates about schedule changes, program expectations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Previous experience as a softball pitching instructor, coach or competitive softball pitcher.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Demonstrated knowledge of a softball pitching mechanic, training methods, and player development
• Ability to effectively instruct athletes of various ages and skill levels.
• Physically able to demonstrate pitching mechanics and assist participants during instructional sessions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience pitching at the high school, collegiate or competitive travel softball level.
• Experience conducting individual and small group pitching lessons.
• Experience working with youth sport programs, camps, clinics, or leagues.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong knowledge of softball pitching mechanics, arm care, and player development.
• Ability to communicate effectively with athletes, parents, coaches, and staff.
• Ability to create engaging pitching drills and instructional plans for various skill levels.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and mentor youth athletes while fostering a positive learning environment

May be subject to drug and alcohol testing.

Work hours

• The position will work a variety of shifts Seasonal, part time schedule
• Evening and weekend hours required.

Working Conditions/Environment

• Indoors and outdoors, sometimes during varying weather conditions.

Supplemental information

• Employment is contingent upon a favorable background check.
• Work locations are in various locations countywide.
• This position is seasonal/part-time and does not include a benefits package.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

2026 Benefit Summary For Seasonal Intermittent Employees

This information is a summary of benefits extended to all Seasonal employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). This is for informational purposes only and is subject to change.

Limited Benefits For Seasonal Employees

Health Insurance Plans

You are eligible for specific health insurance benefits if you worked, on average, 30 hours per week during your first 12 months of employment or from October 3rd to October 2nd each subsequent period following your first 12 months of employment. This equates to 1,560 hours over a 12- month period. If and when you are eligible for benefits, you will receive notification directly from the Health & Benefits Office.

Eligible Employees Pay 35% of the health insurance plan premium and The Commission Pays 65%.

• Medical – Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan
• Medical – UnitedHealthcare Select Plan (EPO)
• Prescription: CVS Caremark Prescription Plan
• Credit Union
• Sick Leave Benefits

Other Benefits

• Credit Union
• Sick Leave Benefits

This summary is intended to highlight some of the benefits offered by the M-NCPPC. It is not an all-inclusive agreement and is subject to change. For a more detailed description of benefits, please see the appropriate benefits brochure, service agreement or manual.