Head Baseball League Coach - MS

About the Organization: 

The Police Athletic League (or PAL) is New York City’s largest independent youth development organization. We operate diverse programs from Head Start, Day Car and Universal Pre-K programs; to elementary and middle school after-school programs, summer day camps and summer Playstreets. We run evening teen centers and college readiness programs, as well as youth employment and juvenile justice programs. In its over a century of service, PAL is continuing its evolution and remains a vibrant and vital New York City institution.  

Position Summary: 

The Head Baseball League Coach is responsible for leading a middle school baseball team by planning and delivering high-quality, age-appropriate instruction that supports player development and team success. This role emphasizes fundamentals, teamwork, and sportsmanship while fostering a positive, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate team culture for adolescent athletes. 

The ideal candidate is an experienced youth coach who understands the physical, social, and emotional needs of middle school–aged players and can serve as a strong role model on and off the field. 

Pay & Commitment:  

• $25.00 per hour.  

• Availability to work consistently for the full 21-week season 

• 4-hour shifts, 2 days per week 

Where: Armory Center - Police Athletic League, Inc.

Core Responsibilities 

Coaching & Player Development 

• Plan and lead practices and games focused on skill development, fundamentals, and game understanding 

• Deliver instruction that is appropriate for middle school athletes with varying skill levels 

• Promote teamwork, effort, respect, and good sportsmanship 

• Support player confidence, growth, and enjoyment of the sport 

Team Leadership 

• Establish clear expectations for behavior and participation 

• Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive team environment 

• Communicate effectively with players, families, and program staff 

• Serve as the primary on-site leader during scheduled shifts 

Safety & Program Support 

• Ensure participant safety and adherence to program policies 

• Support setup, breakdown, and proper use of equipment 

• Address concerns professionally and escalate when appropriate 

Required Qualifications: 

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in coaching baseball, preferably with youth or adolescents 

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills 

• Ability to manage groups of adolescents in an active setting 

• Commitment to youth development, inclusion, and positive behavior management 

Skills Needed:  

• Possess a desire to work directly with children.  

• Open to feedback with a desire to grow professionally.  

• Responsible, friendly, enthusiastic, patient, and actively engaged.  

• Able to follow directions and adhere to all policies and procedures.  

• Able to work collaboratively in a team environment.  

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:  

• Ability to engage in program activities in an active outdoor or indoor environment 

• Ability to move about the field or facility as needed to support participants and program operations 

• Ability to handle and manage baseball equipment with or without reasonable accommodation 

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: 

At the Police Athletic League, we seek people who are talented, creative and passionate to help create a more inclusive city and better futures for our youth. We’re devoted to empowering communities and building the best places to work, and that goes for our own teams too.  

The Police Athletic League is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected characteristic including, but not limited to, an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy  

Employment with PAL is contingent upon successful completion of all the Agency’s lawful pre-employment checks, which may include a background check. 

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