Assistant Pickleball Professional

Troon; Bethany Beach (DE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Commissions eligibility

Job summary

Sea Colony Recreational in Bethany Beach, DE, seeks a dynamic part-time Assistant Pickleball Professional to join our racquets team. The role centers on delivering high-quality pickleball instruction and superior member service across programs, clinics, and events.

You will teach all ages, run clinics, private lessons, and assist with camps while promoting a welcoming court culture and safe play. Evening/weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• 4.0+ DUPR level is preferred and demonstrates high play ability.
• Experience teaching or coaching pickleball, tennis, or related racquet sports.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required.
• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Reliable, enthusiastic, and team oriented.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as programming needs dictate.
• CPR/AED certification is preferred and PPR/RSPA certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach various pickleball programs including adult and junior sessions.
• Lead group clinics, beginner lessons, drills, and social round robins.
• Provide private and semi-private lessons as requested.
• Help organize and run pickleball events, leagues, and tournaments.
• Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and professional court culture.
• Maintain court cleanliness and safety standards.
• Collaborate with the Director of Racquets to grow participation.

Skills

4.0+ DUPR level

Teaching pickleball

Interpersonal skills

Reliability & teamwork

Evenings/weekends availability

Education

High School diploma or GED

CPR/AED certification preferred

PPR or RSPA certification preferred

Job description

Sea Colony Recreational
Bethany Beach, DE 19930, USA

Description

Sea Colony Recreational, located in Bethany Beach, DE, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a part-time Assistant Pickleball Professional! We are seeking a motivated individual who is interested in contributing to a positive experience for our members and guests while continuing to grow their knowledge of pickleball operations. As an associate of Troon, you will contribute to a global leader in pickleball, golf and community management.

Role Type

Seasonal (Position will last 6 months or less)

Compensation

$15.00 per hour

Shift

Primarily working day and evening hours during the week. Some weekend hours may be necessary for special events and camps.

About Us

Sea Colony, located in Bethany Beach, Delaware, is a premier coastal community known for its exceptional amenities, private beach, and vibrant sense of community. Home to more than 2,200 residences, Sea Colony blends peaceful coastal living with active recreation for residents and guests of all ages. As the Premier Beach and Racquet Sports Community, Sea Colony delivers outstanding tennis and pickleball programs focused on quality instruction, inclusive play, and community connection. With well-maintained courts, engaging programming, and a welcoming atmosphere, team members play a key role in shaping memorable racquet sports experiences for players of all ages and skill levels.

Position Summary

Sea Colony is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Assistant Pickleball Professional to join our racquets team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a world class racquet sports program, work with a supportive leadership team, and help shape one of the fastest-growing sports in the country. You will deliver the ultimate pickleball experience by providing the highest quality instruction and customer service. This candidate will teach various pickleball programs to include adult and junior programs, lessons, special events and clinics.

Assist in delivering engaging and instructional pickleball programming for players of all ages and skill levels.

Lead group clinics, beginner lessons, drill sessions, and social round robins.

Provide private and semi-private lessons as requested.

Help organize and execute pickleball events, leagues, and tournaments.

Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and professional court culture aligned with community values.

Maintain cleanliness and safety standards on all pickleball courts and facilities.

Work collaboratively with the Director of Racquets to grow participation and elevate the member experience.

Assist with junior pickleball camps as needed.

Quickly and efficiently responds to members/homeowners/guest questions, comments, and concerns in a professional, tactful manner.

Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.

Regular and reliable attendance.

Performs other duties as required.

Education/Experience

• Passion for pickleball and strong playing ability (4.0+ level preferred).
• Prior experience teaching or coaching pickleball, tennis, or similar racquet sports.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• High School diploma or GED
• Reliable, enthusiastic, and team oriented.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays based on programming needs.
• Certification through PPR or RSPA is a plus but not required.
• CPR/AED certification preferred (can be obtained after hiring).

Physical Demands

Frequently stands, walks, uses hands, talks, hears, reaches with hands and arms, climbs, balances, stoops, kneels, crouches, or crawls.

Occasionally sits.

Regularly lifts up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifts up to 50 pounds

Frequently works in outdoor weather conditions. Indoor court environment as well. Noise level is moderate.

Job Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Preferences

Ability to read and speak English may be required in order to perform the duties of the job (e.g. the staff may be required to communicate with English speaking customers or co-workers, the manuals for the equipment used are in English).

Skill level equivalent to a minimum 4.0 DUPR rating.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have basic computer and email skills.

Excellent customer service skills, friendly, outgoing, and positive attitude.

Ability to build positive relationships with members and team members.

Ability to multi-task and learn quickly.

Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Thorough knowledge of the game of pickleball.

Effective teaching styles and techniques.

Benefits & Other Compensation

This position includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms:

• Healthcare Benefits – Medical (if determined by the ACA measurement)
• Retirement Benefits – 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older)
• Additional Compensation – Eligibility for Commissions

Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms, conditions, and offerings are governed by the applicable plan of documents and company policies, which may be amended at the Company’s discretion.

About Troon

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Troon is the world’s largest professional club management company, that specializes in services in golf, hospitality, and residential communities.With more than 900 locations in 45+ states and 27+ countries, Troon is a leading employer in hospitality.Guided by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic, consciously kind, and humbly prosperous,Troon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected organization.Learn more at www.troon.com .

Equal Opportunity Employer

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