Racquets Instructor

Tennis/Pickleball Instructor - Commission Based Opportunity 

POSITION SUMMARY FOR TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL LESSION INSTRUCTION

          Tennis and Pickleball lesson instruction for club members, events and exhibitions.

 EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS REQUIRED FOR TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL LESSION INSTRUCTION

• National Certification – Tennis and Pickleball Professional with a minimum USPTR.
• Bachelor’s degree in physical education or other closely related major preferred.
• At least five years of experience in racquet sports instruction or coaching.
• CPR Certification
• Experience with Clay Court maintenance including but not limited to algae removal, line replacement, dead material removal and chemical application is preferred.
• Strings Tennis Rackets

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL LESSION INSTRUCTION

• Directs instructional private and group lessons. 
• Provides lessons and clinics relating to industry standards, techniques and strategies to members and guests promoting good sportsmanship.
• Maintains an accurate record of all lessons and clinics; provides written reports.
• Communicates repair maintenance and sweeping of courts with departmental staff.
• Works closely with other Professionals and pro-shop staff to provide positive member experiences.
• Assist as needed in the pro-shop with daily administrative tasks.
• Manages and secure supplies appropriately related to inventory.
• Performs light equipment repairs, such as nets, trays, scoreboards, furniture and canopy.
• Communicate maintenance needs requiring assistance from other departments to Director with time sensitive consideration.
• Assist with organizing, administering and officiating tournaments, exhibitions and intra-club social events.
• Ensures that club members and guests receive courteous, prompt and professional attention. 
• Submits suggestions for racquet sports-related news for club newsletter, website, social media.
• Markets racquet sports facility and club to members and guests
• Enforces club policies and procedures regarding use and play on club courts, dress code and behavior.
• Provides input for annual calendar of activities and select promotional campaigns.
• Maintains a respectful working relationship with other club professionals.
• Attends all staff and management meetings as needed.
• Participates on committees related to racquets sports if applicable.
• Inspects and maintains physical areas of campus as need arises. 
• Represents the club in professional racquet sports activities and state or national tennis events with approval from the club.
• Comply with club’s employee manual, applicable federal and state employment laws.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Outside and Inside facility