Mets Baseball & Softball Camps | Summer 2026
NY, CT & NJ Locations | June 15 – August 21, 2026 | Weekdays Only
Calling Certified Teachers with a Love for the Game
Are you a certified teacher or professional educator who understands the fundamentals of baseball or softball and enjoys working with elementary-aged students?
Mets Baseball & Softball Camps is hiring Professional Educators to lead campers ages 5–12 in structured, skills-based baseball and softball instruction throughout the tri-state area.
This role is ideal for teachers who:
Have classroom experience AND feel confident teaching baseball or softball fundamentals
Enjoy active, outdoor learning environments
Want a structured, weekday-only summer position
This is not a general camp counselor role. We are specifically seeking educators who can combine strong classroom management with fundamental sports instruction.
Position Overview: Professional Educator – Baseball & Softball
As a Professional Educator at Mets Camps, you will:
Teach and reinforce core baseball/softball fundamentals
Lead age-appropriate skill development drills for campers ages 5–12
Execute our structured Mets Camps curriculum with consistency and energy
Create a safe, positive, and accountable camp environment
Identify teachable moments during drills and games
Work collaboratively with Site Directors and coaching staff
We provide curriculum, equipment, and training. You bring the teaching expertise.
Compensation
Professional Educator Rate: $23.00/hour
To qualify for this rate, candidates must:
Additional coaching roles available at different rates.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking educators who:
Have experience teaching children ages 5–12
Are confident demonstrating and correcting fundamental baseball or softball skills
Maintain strong classroom management in an outdoor setting
Lead with enthusiasm, structure, and accountabilityAre dependable and professional
Ideal backgrounds include:
Elementary Teachers
Physical Education Teachers
After School Program Leaders
Health & Wellness Educators
Special Education Teachers
Teachers who have played or coached baseball/softball at a high school level or above
Educators with youth sports coaching experience
Schedule & Commitment
Monday–Friday (no weekends)
Approximately 8-hour camp days
3–5 week minimum commitment preferred
Camps run weekly from June 15 – August 21, 2026
Reliable transportation required
Camp Locations
Connecticut: Fairfield, Westport, Stamford, Darien, New Canaan
New York: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bayside, Elmont, Stony Brook, Smithtown, Huntington, Rye, Pleasantville, Mamaroneck, Hartsdale
New Jersey: West Windsor, North Caldwell, Millburn
Why Teachers Love This Role
Competitive summer income
Structured curriculum (no lesson planning required)
Help young athletes grow their confidence, character, and love of the game
Free tickets to select Mets home games
End-of-summer rally at Citi Field
Supportive, team-oriented environment
Interview Process
