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Catholic Diocese of Rockford

Baseball Head Coach

Elgin, IL · On-site

$1.5K - $3.5K/wk

... development of student-athletes while promoting the mission and values of the school. The coach ... DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Organizes parents, coaches, players, and guests for preseason ...

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Baseball Head Coach

Elgin, IL · On-site

$1.0K - $3.5K/wk

... development of student-athletes while promoting the mission and values of the school. The coach ... DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Organizes parents, coaches, players, and guests for preseason ...

EL1 Sports

Professional Baseball Instructor

Chicago, IL · On-site

$19/hr

Job Type Part-time Description EL1 is an industry leading sports development company created by ... Foster meaningful relationships with players, parents and coaches in the community * Assist in the ...

EL1 Sports

Professional Baseball Instructor

Tinley Park, IL · On-site

$19 - $70/hr

Description EL1 is an industry leading sports development company created by athletes, for athletes ... Foster meaningful relationships with players, parents and coaches in the community * Assist in the ...

EL1 Sports

Lead Baseball Instructor

Bedford Park, IL

$45K - $55K/yr

Description EL1 is an industry leading sports development company created by athletes, for athletes ... Perform player check-in and attendance * Manage group rotations * Manage time slot turnover * Set ...

EL1 Sports

Lead Baseball Instructor

Tinley Park, IL · On-site

$45K - $55K/yr

Description EL1 is an industry leading sports development company created by athletes, for athletes ... Perform player check-in and attendance * Manage group rotations * Manage time slot turnover * Set ...

EL1 Sports

Lead Baseball Instructor

Tinley Park, IL · On-site

$45K - $55K/yr

Job Type Full-time Description EL1 is an industry leading sports development company created by ... Perform player check-in and attendance * Manage group rotations * Manage time slot turnover * Set ...

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for baseball player development in Chicago, IL is $20.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $20.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a baseball player development?

A Baseball Player Development job focuses on improving players' skills, performance, and overall development within an organization. This role involves evaluating player strengths and weaknesses, creating personalized training programs, and using data analytics and technology to enhance performance. It may include coaching, strength and conditioning, biomechanics analysis, and mental skills training. The goal is to maximize each player's potential and prepare them for higher levels of competition.

What are the common challenges faced in a baseball player development role?

In Baseball Player Development, professionals often face the challenge of tailoring training and feedback to meet the unique needs and learning styles of individual athletes. Balancing short-term performance goals with long-term player growth requires a flexible and patient approach. Additionally, you may need to stay updated on emerging technologies and methodologies to provide players with the most effective development strategies. Successful specialists excel by maintaining strong communication with coaching staff, scouts, and players, ensuring everyone is aligned on development priorities and progress.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in baseball player development, and why are they important?

To thrive in Baseball Player Development, a strong background in baseball fundamentals, player evaluation, and coaching principles is essential, often supported by experience at the collegiate or professional levels. Familiarity with data analytics tools such as Rapsodo, TrackMan, and video analysis software, as well as coaching certifications, are highly valuable. Excellent communication, motivational skills, and adaptability set standout professionals apart in this field. These skills are crucial for effectively nurturing talent, fostering improvement, and contributing to the overall success of a team or organization.

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Infographic showing various Baseball Player Development job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,349 per year, or $20.4 per hour.

Assistant Baseball Coach

Loyola Academy

Wilmette, IL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Position Type:
Athletics/Activities/Coaching
Date Posted:
8/26/2026
Location:
Loyola Academy
POSITION: Assistant Baseball Coach
DEPARTMENT: Athletics
FLSA STATUS: Stipend Coach
REPORTS TO: Sean Batti, Head Baseball Coach and Genevieve Atwood
Loyola Academy is currently seeking an Assistant Baseball Coach for the 2027 season, beginning March 1, 2027. The Assistant Baseball Coach shall have the primary responsibilities to mentor, coach and develop high school Athletes. In collaboration with key stakeholders, the baseball coach will foster a team environment amongst the athletic community at Loyola.
Job Requirements / Essential Functions:
The Asst Baseball coach will help with the execution of campus wide events and initiatives that align diversity, equity and inclusion with the school's Catholic identity, mission, Ignatian Spirituality, and the school's commitments to celebrate, educate and advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion. A successful candidate for the position should be able to collaborate, partner and communicate well with faculty, staff, students and community members.
  • Emphasize the values of leadership, sportsmanship and goodness, values that lie at the core of the athletic program here at Loyola Academy.
  • The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that logically relate to the position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Have previous successful club, high school or college coaching experience. Organized, hard-working and demonstrates a strong desire to develop young players. Coach will be focused on player development, implementing practice plans and other necessaryfunctions of the program.
  • Ability to coach athletes of varying abilities and assist them in developing the fundamental skills necessary to be a successful and competitive high school baseball player.
  • Ability to handle information of sensitive and confidential nature in the utmost professional manner. Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, initiative, resourcefulness, and personal accountability.
  • Travel with the team on the bus to away contests.
  • Attention to detail and adaptability to a changing environment is extremely important as well as dependability.
  • Demonstrated ability to engage others in difficult conversations and manage conflict.
  • Maintain the privacy and confidentiality of information, protect the assets of the institution, act ethically and with integrity, adhere to the administrative and operational policies of Loyola Academy and perform the duties of your position consistent with those policies and the institution's expectations.
  • Commitment to the principles of Jesuit education as outlined in Loyola Academy's mission statement.
  • Moderate physical activity. Requires handling equipment of average weight up to fifty (50) pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
  • Note: In compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA), those functions of the job which are identified as essential are required to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations. Requests to facilitate the performance of essential functions will be given careful consideration.

Qualifications
  • The position requires a bachelor degree, one to three (1-3) plus years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
  • Previous work at Loyola Academy is preferred.
  • All coaches will be required to complete ASEP or NFHS certificate and keep up with IHSA compliance requirements.
  • Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours, ability to maintain a flexible work schedule that may include working nights and weekends.
  • Pre-Employment screening is required: criminal background check and drug testing.

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Disclosure & Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Statement
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Statement
Loyola Academy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, abides by all applicable provisions of federal, state, and local law. Loyola does not discriminate in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Disclosure
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the employee occupying this position or the only necessary skills. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
The stipend range is $3,400-$9,200. The start date is March 1, 2027

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