Tennis Professional

Tennis Professional Instructor-Part Time with potential to move to Full Time

The Tucson J is a community center where everyone is welcome and we offer amenities for people of all ages and identities. Home to an Early Childhood Education center, after-school care and camps, Disability Services day programs, fitness center and pool, beautiful new tennis courts, and so much more, there’s truly something here for everyone, including the people who work here! Our staff is not only part of a team, but an important part of our community. Join us!

Supervisor: Head Tennis Professional Programming Specialist

The Tucson J seeks to hire up to three additional tennis professionals to join the team. Our Sarver Tennis Center is comprised of six Laykold masters hard-courts and three junior tennis/pickleball courts. As a member of the Wellness Department Experience Team, Tennis Instructors should always maintain safety and order as a primary focus and should greets all participants with a warm and welcoming attitude.

Successful candidates will work with several other professionals, reporting directly to the Racquet Sports Program Coordinator.

A primary function of this and every role at the Tucson J is to ensure by whatever rational, ethical, and legal means possible that every individual leaves the J feeling just a little better than when they arrived.

Schedule:

Sunday- Friday, daytime and evening availability. Flexibility to cover vacations and sick call outs is appreciated. Weekly clinic schedule remains consistent. Private lessons schedule and court bookings are the responsibility of the instructor to manage and book.

Essential Job Functions:

• Have a deep knowledge of the intricacies of the game
• Enforce facility rules
• Familiarity with Sports Wellness programming
• Follow the court reservation system to ensure a smooth and even flow of traffic on and off the courts
• Offer instructional services including small group, clinics, privates, semi-private, and team coaching
• Follow the session plans and program structure defined by supervisor
• Attend staff and facility meetings
• Promote the facility, programs and services
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Must be an experienced player
• Strong team player
• Solid administrative skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong work ethic
• USTA Safe Play Certification
• CPR/AED Certified
• Teaching certification from USTA, USPTA, PTR, and/or ITF (current or within first six months of employment)

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• 3 years as a tennis professional

DEI Statement

At the Tucson J, we strive to be a team where everyone is involved, respected, and heard. We recognize the value of all identities, abilities, and experiences, creating a work-place environment where employees feel empowered to be their full selves. An empowerment that resonates a positive impact on our team, and the community we serve. Be you, with us!

It is the policy of The Tucson Jewish Community Center (“Tucson J”) to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, The Tucson J will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Accommodations Statement

The Tucson J is committed to the inclusion of all people of all identities. As part of this commitment, we will work with any employee who believes reasonable accommodations will benefit their ability to be a successful member of the Tucson J team.