DEPARTMENT: Player DevelopmentREPORTS TO: Kaitlyn Simmons - Manager, Learning, Education & Life SkillsSUPERVISES: Dominican Teaching StaffSTATUS: Full-Time; ExemptLOCATION: Dominican RepublicSan Diego Padres Commitment:The San Diego Padres are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for our employees. We strive to create an environment for everyone by including perspectives from backgrounds that vary by race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, and national origin.We strongly encourage candidates from non-traditional backgrounds, historically marginalized or underrepresented groups to apply.If you are not sure you're 100% qualified but are up for the challenge – we want you to apply. We believe skills are transferable and passion for our mission goes a long way.Your role as a Coordinator, Latin American Education – Dominican Republic:You will be overseeing the Dominican branch of the Padres education program. This role includes managing our staff of part-time English language and high school content teachers, creating and implementing schedules, collaborating with outside educational institutions, and organizing the learner experience for our minor league baseball players at our academy in the Dominican Republic. This role works in conjunction with the Padres education program in the United States.All the responsibilities we will trust you with:Supervise teaching staff of five part-time teachers at the Padres AcademyOversee English language and high school programs (including DAWERE, CENAPEC, GED, among others)Collaborate with education staff in the US to create consistency in programming across all Padres locationsManage administrative needs of education program including communication with MLB, Ministerio de Educación, and High School ProgramsDesign and implement extracurricular programs and activities for playersSome teaching responsibilities expectedCarry out needs analysis to determine specific learning needs to inform program designAssist players with language and life skills related tasksCommunicate with players and staff to coordinate class schedulesCreate a positive learning environmentAvailability to work some evenings and weekendsRepresent the Club in a positive and professional manner at all timesOther duties as assignedYour areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most:Proficient computer skills including experience with MS Office products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc., and general knowledge of basic office equipment including copier, laser printer, telephone, and computerPossess strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and effectively work well with others in a collaborative, respectful manneExceptional time management and organizational skills with capacity to handle high volumes of detailed work, multi-task and manage projects on strict deadlinesMaintain professional demeanor with a high degree of discretion, integrity, and accountabilityMaintain consistent, punctual, and reliable attendanceNative-like fluency in Spanish and EnglishYou will be required to meet the following:Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of employment4-year Bachelor's Degree, or education equivalent, preferably in Education, TESOL or similar fieldMinimum 2 years previous teaching experience in ESL or education managementAble to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, holidays and extended hours as neededAble to travel to and from the Padres Academy in Najayo dailyMinimum physical requirements: able to travel to and gain access to various areas of the ballpark for prolonged periods of time during games and events; able to lift and transport up to 25 poundsAs a condition of employment, you must successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background checkThe San Diego Padres are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
