Softball Pitching Instructor

Softball Pitching Instructor

Salary

$21.00 - $35.00 Hourly

Location

Prince Georges County, MD

Job Type

Seasonal

Job Number

SPI.26

Department

PGC Parks and Recreation

Division

Youth and Countywide Sports Di

Opening Date

10/20/2026

Closing Date

11/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Description

The Prince George's County Parks and Recreation, Youth and Countywide Sports Division (YCSD) develops, organizes, and supports recreational sports programming for youth and adults across the county. Our programs aim to foster skill development, teamwork, community engagement, and a lifelong love for sports.

The Sports Unit of YCSD is seeking a Softball Instructor to lead, support, and enhance youth softball programming at various athletic fields throughout the county. This position will assist with clinics, camps, and practices.

The Softball Instructor will provide high-quality instruction in softball fundamentals, skill development, and game strategy while ensuring participant safety and fostering a positive, inclusive, and engaging environment for players of all ages and skill levels. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong knowledge of softball, effective communication skills, and a passion for youth development through sports.

For more information about the Seasonal Hiring process and application status for Prince George's County Parks and Recreation, please contact Brenda Miller at Brenda.Miller@Pgparks.com.

Examples of Important Duties

Instruction & Player Development

• Lead Softball pitching instruction sessions focused on proper mechanics, arm care, pitch development, accuracy, velocity, and overall pitcher development.
• Provide individualized instruction and feedback tailored to each participants age, experience level, and developmental needs.
• Teach safe throwing practices and pitching routines that promote long term player health and injury prevention.
• Create a positive, supportive, and encouraging learning environment that builds confidence and sportsmanship
• Serve as a role model who promotes sportsmanship, teamwork, and confidence.

Customer Service

• Provide helpful, courteous support to families and patrons
• Communicate updates about schedule changes, program expectations.

Minimum Qualifications

Required

• Previous experience as a softball pitching instructor, coach or competitive softball pitcher.
• Must be at least 18 years of age. • Demonstrated knowledge of a softball pitching mechanic, training methods, and player development
• Ability to effectively instruct athletes of various ages and skill levels.
• Physically able to demonstrate pitching mechanics and assist participants during instructional sessions.

Preferred

• Experience pitching at the high school, collegiate or competitive travel softball level.
• Experience conducting individual and small0group pitching lessons.
• Experience working with youth sport programs, camps, clinics, or leagues.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge or softball pitching mechanics, arm care, and player development.
• Ability to communicate effectively with athletes, parents, coaches, and staff.
• Ability to create engaging pitching drills and instructional plans for various skill levels.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and mentor youth athletes while fostering a positive learning environment

Supplemental Information

May be subject to drug and alcohol testing.

Work hours

• The position will work a variety of shifts Seasonal, part time schedule
• Evening and weekend hours required.

Working Conditions/Environment

• Indoors and outdoors, sometimes during varying weather conditions.

Supplemental information

• Employment is contingent upon a favorable background check.
• Work locations are in various locations countywide.
• This position is seasonal/part-time and does not include a benefits package.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411. (Maryland Relay 7-1-1) M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.

THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION

2026 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR SEASONAL INTERMITTENT EMPLOYEES

The following information is a summary of benefits extended to all Seasonal employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). This is for informational purposes only and is subject to change.

Limited Benefits for Seasonal Employees

Health Insurance Plans

You are eligible for specific health insurance benefits if you worked, on average, 30 hours per week during your first 12 months of employment or from October 3rd to October 2nd each subsequent period following your first 12 months of employment. This equates to 1,560 hours over a 12-month period.

If and when you are eligible for benefits, you will receive notification directly from the Health & Benefits Office.

Eligible Employees Pay 35% of the health insurance plan premium and The Commission Pays 65%.

• Medical

• Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan

• UnitedHealthcare Select Plan (EPO)

• Prescription: CVS Caremark Prescription Plan

Other Benefits

• Credit Union
• Sick Leave Benefits

This summary is intended to highlight some of the benefits offered by the M-NCPPC. It is not an all-inclusive agreement and is subject to change. For a more detailed description of benefits, please see the appropriate benefits brochure, service agreement or manual. For more information, contact The Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.

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Employer The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission

Address 6611 Kenilworth Ave

Riverdale, Maryland, 20737

Website https://www.mncppc.org/jobs