EL1 Sports·Tinley Park, Illinois
Instructors are responsible for delivering high-quality softball training to youth athletes across various skill levels in team, camp, and individual settings. They must also build community relationships, collaborate with other instructors, and manage equipment setup for training programs.
Description Softball University (SU) Softball Instructors are responsible for developing and delivering high-quality instruction to youth athletes ranging from beginner to advanced skill levels. Instructors will lead and support a variety of instructional programs, fostering athlete development both on and off the field while contributing to a positive, team-oriented training environment.
SU is the proud youth baseball and softball training partner of Major League Baseball.
Perform skill-specific instruction in our facilities and at fields in and around the community Build and maintain relationships with athletes, families, and coaches in the community Deliver age and ability-appropriate content to athletes in the team, camp/clinic, small group, and 1-on-1 settings Collaborate and co-instruct with other skill-specific instructors Assist in the preparation, setup, and breakdown of equipment for training programs and events Attend staff meetings, instructor meetings, and company events, as needed
Played and/or coached at the collegiate and/or professional levels Strong organizational, planning, and communication skills Ability to follow instructional plans and station rotations tailored for various ages and abilities Ability to adjust instructional plans for athletes, as needed Supportive and encouraging mindset and attitude with colleagues and clients Learning and utilizing technologies to enhance instruction and athlete experience Frequent local travel for programs run in surrounding communities PERKS OF THE JOB Multiple levels of compensation opportunities Team training, clinics, camps/events $28- $40/hr 1-on-1 lessons $40-70/hr Base Rate $19/hr Instructing for a proud youth baseball and softball training partner of MLB Fast-paced and exciting work environment alongside a staff of instructors with comparable backgrounds and credentials Collaborating with and learning from co-instructors who played collegiately and/or up to the Pro Softball/ MLB level Opportunities to instruct at MLB stadiums and MLB-branded events, nationwide The company covers airfare, lodging, transportation, meals, and hourly pay
Market context
Illinois classroom teacher roles are typically in steady demand, especially in districts seeking candidates who can support diverse student needs and communicate clearly with families and staff. This type of role is competitive because employers often look for classroom experience plus related backgrounds such as sociology, psychology, counseling, or education, and bilingual skills in English, Spanish, or Portuguese can strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your resume to highlight public speaking experience and weekend availability if you have it.