Mets Baseball & Softball Camps Coach/Counselor

Mets Baseball Camps is now hiring Coaches for our summer youth baseball and softball camps throughout the tri-state area.

Mets Summer Camps is looking for summer camp coaches in the tri-state area who are energetic, positive, and who love to inspire our youth to make good choices and be accountable for their actions and decisions - all while having a great time! We provide the equipment, training, and curriculum. You provide the leadership that will help our campers have a wonderful learning experience and leave camp with a love of the game, new friends, better baseball/softball skills, and an appreciation for the importance of personal accountability.

We have a number of different positions available for our baseball and softball camps - from Coach to Site Director - and we need a variety of coaching skill levels to enhance the experience for ages 4 through 13. 

Check out our website at: mets.com/camps 

Perks of the Job

• Work outdoors with young campers and connect with others who have similar interests
• Share knowledge of baseball/softball with campers and enhance their Mets Camps experience
• Make a positive difference in the lives of our youth
• Help young people develop a love of the game and the New York Mets
• Be eligible for free tickets to select New York Mets home games
• Participate in our end-of-summer rally at Citi Field

We are looking for team members who:

• Have experience working with children ages 4-13 
• Have experience coaching and/or playing baseball/softball at a high school level or higher
• Have a passion for teaching and providing quality leadership in an engaging and energetic way
• Are able to connect with children both one-on-one and in a group setting 
• Lead by example with strong character, integrity, and a positive attitude
• Are dependable and reliable; someone we can count on to be there, no matter what. 
• Know how to have a lot of fun!!

Core Responsibilities:

• Ensure a safe camp environment for all campers
• Manage and motivate campers to have fun each day of camp
• Execute New York Mets Baseball Camps Curriculum daily, under the direction of the Site Director
• Provide feedback and suggestions during drills and games
• Highlight teachable moments for campers to learn and grow from 
• Work together with other team members from various backgrounds to uphold the Mets Baseball Camps stellar reputation

Qualifications for all coaching positions:

• Be prepared to make a commitment Monday-Friday for approximately eight hours per day, preferably for a minimum 3-5 week commitment
  • Mets Baseball & Softball Camps run every week from June 24, 2024 to August 23, 2024
• Be prepared to travel to each site with reliable transportation of your own
• Be able to pass a comprehensive background screening
• Pay is based on skill level and experience

Camp Locations include:

• Fairfield, CT - Tunxis Hill Park
• Southampton, NY - Downs Family Recreational Park
• Huntington, NY - Huntington High School
• Brooklyn, NY - Prospect Park
• Darien, CT - Darien High School
• Mamaroneck, NY - Rye Neck School
• Hartsdale, NY - Woodlands Middle/High School
• Smithtown, NY - Daniel J. Flynn Memorial Park

Our Interview Process:

After your application is submitted, here is what you can expect next:

1. Receive an invitation to complete a one-way interview
2. Complete a 15 minute virtual interview with our General Manager 
3. Final decision!

Compensation:

Pay is based on skill level and experience.

• Professional Educator: $20.00/hour
  • Please note you must have at least 1 school year of paid teaching experience and/or provide proof of teaching certification in order to be eligible for this hourly wage.
• College Student/Recent Graduate:$17.00/hour
• High School Student/Under 18: $16.00/hour