Tennis Teaching Professional

Summary: Under the direction of the Head Tennis Professional, the Tennis Teaching Professional is responsible for teaching tennis lessons and performing assigned administrative duties in a positive manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Teaching Lessons

• Teach private and group lessons as assigned in accordance with Park District policies.
• Effectively communicate and demonstrate proper techniques, such as grip, stroke production, serve, footwork and rules.
• Conduct instruction in accordance with the Clubs standardized methods and strategies.
• Perform necessary administrative tasks, such as attendance taking, returning messages, and general correspondence with patrons and co-workers.
• Discretely work through differences with fellow teaching professionals so as not to create distractions on the court or in front of clientele.
• Arrive in time to start lessons punctually and allow enough time to fully complete lesson and cleanup as scheduled.

Administration and Budget

• Complete timesheet daily by accurately inputting privates/groups/drop-in and administrative hours.
• Secure substitute teaching professionals when unable to fulfill commitments.
• Keep accurate attendance records and update master list at Front Desk. Ensure transfers are approved by Head Tennis Pro and Facility Supervisor II.
• Maintain a neat and clean facility, including ball pickup and proper equipment storage after every shift.
• Maintain list of client names for private lessons.
• Participate in periodic staff meetings and professional development trainings.

Communication

• Keep administrative staff apprised of any key issues, class assignment changes, and other significant developments in a timely fashion.
• Solicit feedback and actively listen to others. Participate in quarterly Parent-Pro Conferences.
• Make recommendations for improvements and efficiencies.

Service

• Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.

Safety

• Conduct all work in a safe manner, including using personal protective equipment and safety devices as required. Identify and report any safety hazards.
• Attend all Park District required training (Bloodborne Pathogens, Back Safety, Fire & Emergency, etc.).
• Perform other Park District Duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience: Minimum high school graduate with preference given to a four-year degree from a recognized college or university. Must be certified or able to obtain certification from the Professional Tennis Registry, the United States Professional Tennis Association or other approved agency. Minimum of one-year tennis teaching experience.

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Internet software and Word Processing software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must be certified or able to obtain within six months of employment: Certification with the Professional Tennis Registry "Professional Level" Certification or with the United States Professional Tennis Association "Professional 1 Level" Certification.

Schedule: 

Classification: Part-Time 20-29 hours, non-exempt, IMRF Pension

Benefits: Employee Ambassador Program, IMRF Pension 

The Park District of Highland Park is an equal opportunity employer.