The Professional Instructor position is a part-time position that works in coordination with the mission of SCV Hitting Lab & Sports Performance. Our mission is to provide quality instruction to enhance the baseball and softball experience for players at all levels from little league to the collegiate and professional levels.
We are looking for someone who would like to make a career out of giving softball instruction, which includes one-on-one sessions and camps/clinics to all ages. This is a career opportunity that is very challenging, but extremely rewarding both personally and financially. We do not set your hours, but we have found that the majority of your working hours will be from 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM throughout the school year. Saturday’s and Sunday’s, throughout the day, have also proven to be a prime time to build your clientele.
The ideal candidate for this position is a highly motivated person who loves the game of softball. They would also have an excitement for working with youth ballplayers and showing a willingness to develop, set goals, and help ballplayers achieve those goals.
Other traits that are desired include having a positive attitude, willingness to be part of a team environment, and a desire to be challenged and stretched beyond your comfort zone. Furthermore, this opportunity will solely be what you make it to be. You will receive an elite facility to house your business, one of the best softball markets in the country to work in, and our team will give you 100% support to build your book of business.
Job Functions:
Develop a Client Base
Work with ownership to obtain list of possible lessons leads and pursue those leads
Use customer flow such as batting cages, camps, and clinic to obtain individual lessons
Make yourself available for lessons that could turn into regular clients
Instructional Training Process
Develop a specific instructional plan for each and every client
Develop an instructional evaluation process for new clients and potential clients
Lead by Example
Follow the process and procedures for SCV Hitting Lab Instructors
Execute on average 10 hours of instruction each week (some weeks more / some weeks less)
Qualifications:
College or professional playing experience
Experience giving one on one lessons or coaching within a baseball/softball camp environment
Team coaching experience
Culture Fit:
Passion for baseball, softball, or speed and agility that is contagious
Positive attitude and a team player
Willingness to learn: An individual that is teachable, coachable, moldable, and a continuous learner
High character individual that is good at relationship building, is growth oriented, and enjoys working with youth ballplayers
Communication and Technical Skills:
Excellent communication skills
Knowledge on multiple technological platforms
Ability to use technology to help him/herself become more efficient and effective in maintaining his/her relationships with clients
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
