Coach/Counselor

Padres Baseball Camps is now hiring Coaches for our summer youth baseball and softball camps throughout San Diego County.

Padres Summer Camps is looking for summer camp coaches in San Diego County who are energetic, positive, and who love to inspire our youth to make good choices and be accountable for their actions and decisions - all while having a great time! We provide the equipment, training, and curriculum. You provide the leadership that will help our campers have a wonderful learning experience and leave camp with a love of the game, new friends, better baseball/softball skills, and an appreciation for the importance of personal accountability.

We have a number of different positions available for our baseball and softball camps - from Coach to Site Director - and we need a variety of coaching skill levels to enhance the experience for ages 4 through 13.

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Perks of the Job

• Work outdoors with young campers and connect with others who have similar interests

• Share knowledge of baseball/softball with campers and enhance their Padres Camps experience

• Make a positive difference in the lives of our youth

• Help young people develop a love of the game and the San Diego Padres

• Earn bonus pay for certain commitment levels

• Be eligible for free tickets to select San Diego Padres home games

• Participate in our end-of-summer rally at Petco Park

We are looking for team members who

• Have experience working with children ages 4-13

• Have experience coaching and/or playing baseball/softball at a high school level or higher

• Have a passion for teaching and providing quality leadership in an engaging and energetic way

• Are able to connect with children both one-on-one and in a group setting

• Lead by example with strong character, integrity, and a positive attitude

• Are dependable and reliable; someone we can count on to be there, no matter what.

• Know how to have a lot of fun!!

Core Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe camp environment for all campers

• Manage and motivate campers to have fun each day of camp

• Execute San Diego Padres Baseball Camps Curriculum daily, under the direction of the Site Director

• Provide feedback and suggestions during drills and games

• Highlight teachable moments for campers to learn and grow from

• Work together with other team members from various backgrounds to uphold the Padres Baseball Camps stellar reputation

Qualifications for all coaching positions

• Be prepared to make a commitment Monday-Friday for approximately eight hours per day, preferably for a minimum 3-5 week commitment

  • Padres Baseball & Softball Camps run every week from June 8, 2026 to August 14, 2026

• Be prepared to travel to each site with reliable transportation of your own

• Be able to pass a comprehensive background screening

• Pay is based on skill level and experience

Camp Locations include

• La Jolla

• 4S Ranch

• North Park

• Encinitas

• San Carlos

• Chula Vista

• Poway

• Torrey Hills

• Point Loma

• Rancho Bernardo

• La Costa

• Coronado

• Del Mar

• Santee

• Carlsbad

Our Interview Process

After your application is submitted, here is what you can expect next:

• Receive an invitation to complete a one-way video interview

• Complete a 15 minute virtual interview with our General Manager

• Final decision!

Compensation

Pay is based on skill level and experience.

• Professional Educator: $23.50/hour (please note you must have at least 1 school year of paid teaching experience and/or provide proof of teaching certification in order to be eligible for this hourly wage).

• Coach: $20.00 (please note you must have at least 2 years of professional coaching experience in baseball, softball, or another sport to be eligible for this hourly wage).

• College Student/Recent Graduate:$18.00/hour