Tennis Professional (Part-time)
Orlando, FL - USA
Job Summary
We are Tennis! The USTA (United States Tennis Association) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis and the leader in promoting and developing the sports growth on every level in the United States from local communities to the crown jewel of the professional game the US Open.
At the USTA National Campus we are a passionate team focused on growing the sport of tennis and making it accessible to all. We are committed to removing barriers and creating opportunities for ALL to participate. We are the largest facility in the world with 98 courts including 32 har-tru 38 hard 6 red clay 6 Indoor 8 36ft 4 pickleball and 4 padel. Our team of 35 teaching professionals delivers more than 135 classes and works with over 2000 players per week. Annually we have over 250000 visitors per year.
Why Work for the USTA
We are a passionate team of staff and volunteers focused on growing the sport of tennis and making it accessible to all. We are committed to removing barriers and creating opportunities for ALL to participate.
This is a part-time hourly position designed to fulfill the needs of the campus program teaching demands. The Part-Time Tennis Teaching Professional will:
- Plan organize and implement high-quality lessons clinics camps courses drop-ins and other tennis programs.
- Establish a fun energetic and engaged on-court experience for all players.
- Work with the Director of Tennis and Head Professionals to identify areas of growth options for increased revenue or issues needing resolution.
- Use self-promotion and networking to increase client engagement.
Major Duties:
- Teach clinics group lessons private lessons organize round robins and assist with any programs events or intern training as needed.
- Assist with promotion of programs.
- Teach in camps including summer camps.
- Assist with tennis events as needed.
- Other duties as assigned by the Director.
Junior and Adult Teaching:
- Prior experience in R-O-G-Y tennis methodology preferred
- Ability to work in a variety of settings such as summer camp instructional clinics and with children of all ages
- Comfortable working with 4-6 players in a group clinic format
- Ability to run dynamic drop-in tennis sessions with up to 8 players
- Experience training USTA players and teams
- Must be USTA Coaching certified. PTR and RSPA certifications are considered.
- Strong playing skills 4.0 rating preferred
- Coordinated highly motivated prompt ambitious and enthusiastic
- Proficient digital literacy and willingness to use IT
- A customer-focused demeanor and a passion for working with people
- Willing to align with the USTA National Campus Teaching Philosophy
- Attend professional development trainings & meetings
- Willing to receive CPR and AED certifications and undergo a background check
Junior and Adult Teaching:
- Prior experience in R-O-G-Y tennis methodology preferred
- Ability to work in a variety of settings such as summer camp instructional clinics and with children of all ages
- Comfortable working with 4-6 players in a group clinic format
- Ability to run dynamic drop-in tennis sessions with up to 8 players
- Experience training USTA players and teams
- This position is designated as on-site and requires the employee to be at the office site to complete the required tasks associated with the position.
This is an hourly position with an expected pay rate between $40.00 - $50.00 per hour. The actual salary offered is determined by several variables including as appropriate the applicants qualifications for the position the years of relevant experience their unique skills and the location from which they will be performing the job.
We strongly encourage you to apply if youre interested; wed love to learn how you can serve our team with your unique experience!
USTA is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of age disability national origin race color religion sex sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression pregnancy veteran status marital status family status alienage or citizenship status creed genetic information or any other status protected by applicable federal state or local law.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
About Company
USTA offers tennis play opportunities for competitive and recreational players. Find tennis events, tournaments and programs near you and get involved today!