Tennis Jr Teaching Professional

This position will assist with Junior and Adult Rec and lower level classes. Responsible for running courts solo and helping as an assistant to the lead professionals assigned to the drill.  
Duties/Responsibilities:

• Implement and supervise tennis instruction and activities following USPTA/PTR protocols to meet/exceed Apex teaching standards.

• Maintain movement, energy, and positive interactions with and between participants, on and off the court.

• Responsible for maintaining progressions levels and making participant adjustments as necessary for program consistency and participant safety

• Responsible for class communication and scheduling adjustments.

• Responsible for finding a qualified substitute when unable to teach.

• Communicate with the Head Teaching Professional and Tennis Coordinator regarding changes to published schedule or use of substitute instructor.

• Promotion of tennis program, special events, drills, privates, opportunities to play, and racquet stringing service

• Responsible for cleaning up courts and facilities after each lesson or drill

Other Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized instruction for private, semi-private, and small group lessons, drills, and special events.

• Attend trainings and seminars for professional development and to incorporate new program ideas.

• Provide first aid and complete incident reports as necessary.

• Promote and advise players about the racquet stringing program and string selection.

• Knowledgeable of class, drill offerings, and playing opportunities

• Promote CARA, Junior Team tennis, and camps, to players.

• Support Head Teaching Professional and Tennis Coordinator with special events, tournaments, leagues and instructor training.

• Work evenings, holidays, and weekends as assigned.

• Attend department and agency staff meetings as requested.

• Perform other duties and special assignments as directed.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, to apply. Our organization values the unique perspectives and experiences that a diverse workforce brings, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.  

Knowledge, Skill, Abilities:

• Sound knowledge of the game of tennis and the ability to effectively communicate with players, parents, and staff team members.

• Ability to structure classes and drills to keep players engaged on the court.

• Excellent organizational ability and time management skills.

• Ability to make sound decisions and use good judgment.

• Willingness to expand teaching knowledge

• Computer literate.
  
  

Education or Formal Training:

• Minimum hiring age: 15

• High school or college degree, or in progress of obtaining.

• High-Level HS player or College experience or an NTRP rating of 4.0 or above

• First Aid/CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain within 45 days of hire.

Experience:

• 1-2 years of teaching/coaching experience preferred. 

• Working in both outdoor and indoor environments
• Repetitive tasks of ball feeding and retrieving for up to 6 hours
• Ability to demonstrate movement and energy on the court
• Upper body strength to lift cases of balls and court hoppers, set up ball machine and tables for special events, and operate court sweeper
• Ninety percent of this position is active teaching; Ten percent is administrative.
• Dependable transportation.

Salary : $18 - $28