What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026 YBA Summer Academy Coach (Part Time, Limited Term) position at Washington Nationals?
The Summer Academy Coach is responsible for the supervision of Scholar Athletes, baseball/softball-specific skill instruction, providing a safe environment, and serving as a positive role model for all Scholar Athletes at the Youth Baseball Academy. Working in collaboration with Classroom Coordinators and Baseball/Softball Coordinators, the Summer Academy Coach’s primary responsibility will be implementing the baseball/softball and physical fitness programming for a group of 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th or 8th grade Scholar Athletes. Leadership support will be provided by the Sr. Associate, Sports Programs, the Senior Director, Academy Programs, the Program Manager, and other staff as needed. In addition to implementing on field activities, the Summer Academy Coach will support field trips off campus, Enrichment activities, gathering time, and meals. The Summer Academy Coach will also interact with the Academy’s entire Scholar Athletes population and their families.
Summer Programming Schedule
The projected wage rate for this position is $17.95 - $20.00 per hour. Actual pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to the applicant’s: qualifications, skills, expertise, education/training, certifications, and other organization requirements. Starting salaries for new employees are frequently not at the top of the applicable salary range.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Nationals are dedicated to offering equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Summer Programming Schedule
- First Day: June 15, 2026
- Mandatory Training: Week of June 15
- Programming: June 24 - July 31
- Typical Programming Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Instruct daily baseball/softball and other predetermined physical activities.
- Monitor and assist Scholar Athletes during meal time, other programming activities, and transitions between activities.
- Participate in all field trips and summer outings to and from the Academy.
- Coordinate with the Sr. Associate, Sports Programs and Baseball/Softball Coordinators for daily logistics and baseball/softball specific plans.
- Other duties as assigned.
The projected wage rate for this position is $17.95 - $20.00 per hour. Actual pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to the applicant’s: qualifications, skills, expertise, education/training, certifications, and other organization requirements. Starting salaries for new employees are frequently not at the top of the applicable salary range.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Nationals are dedicated to offering equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Salary : $18 - $20