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EL1 Sports

Professional Softball Instructor

Chicago, IL · On-site

$19/hr

Job Type Part-time Description Softball University (SU) Softball Instructors are responsible for ... The company covers airfare, lodging, transportation, meals, and hourly pay Salary Description $19 ...

EL1 Sports

Professional Baseball Instructor

Chicago, IL · On-site

$19/hr

EL1 is the proud youth baseball and softball training partner of Major League Baseball. ABOUT THE ... The company covers airfare, lodging, transportation, meals, and hourly pay Salary Description $19 ...

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How much do hourly softball instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly softball instructor in Chicago, IL is $24.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Softball Instructor vs Softball Coach?

AspectHourly Softball InstructorSoftball Coach
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, Softball training certificationsCPR, First Aid, Coaching certifications
Work EnvironmentPrivate lessons, sports camps, youth programsTeam practices, games, tournaments
Employer & IndustrySports academies, private clients, youth sports programsSchool teams, club teams, community leagues

Hourly Softball Instructors typically focus on individual skill development through private lessons or small group sessions, often working with youth or beginner players. Softball Coaches usually oversee team training, strategy, and game management. While both roles require softball knowledge and certifications, instructors emphasize personalized skill improvement, whereas coaches focus on team performance and game tactics.

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Professional Softball Instructor

Tinley Park, IL • On-site

EL1 Sports
Spectator Sports • 51 - 200 employees
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$19 - $70/hr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

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.


RESPONSIBILITIES

  • 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

Requirements

  • 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

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