Elementary Tennis and Pickleball Instructor

CALEX SPORTS INC; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 12,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

CALEX SPORTS INC. is seeking enthusiastic Tennis/Pickleball Coaches for Summer Camps, After School Programs, and Saturday Clinics across the Bay Area. You'll lead beginner-friendly sessions for elementary students, June through August, with programs expanding into fall sessions at local schools.

Responsibilities include teaching with provided plans, managing classes, attend training, and documenting activities. In-person roles require reliable transportation and eligibility to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years old.
• Teaching or playing experience in Tennis is preferred but not mandatory.
• USPTA/PTR certification is a plus.
• Enjoy working with kids; patient, enthusiastic, and reliable.
• Good communication and class management skills.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must have valid work permit to work in USA.
• Must be fully vaccinated and willing to undergo TB test and Live Scan background check before starting work.
• Must complete sending photo and short biography to upload in our website and introduce your experience in sports.

Responsibilities

• Teach Tennis/Pickleball classes for students ages 5-10 using provided lesson plans.
• Manage class size (8-16 students) and maintain a positive environment.
• Attend a 2-day training or shadowing session before starting.
• Equipment provided by the company.
• Take attendance, manage student sign-ins, and interact with parents/school staff.
• Capture a few class photos for documentation.

Skills

Tennis coaching

Class management

Communication

Child coaching

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

USPTA/PTR certification (nice to have)

Job description

Job Type: Part-time (2-4 hours per week)

Work Setup: In-person

Contact: [phone]

Education Required: At least High School or equivalent

Summer Camp Program (June-August)

Pay Rate: $18-24 per hour (back-to-back sessions available)

Schedule Options

• Half-day Morning: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
• Half-day Afternoon: 1:00 PM-4:00 PM (Possible extension until 6:00 PM)
• Full-day Camp: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM (Possible extension until 6:00 PM)

After School Program (Starting September)

Pay Rate: $50-65 per session

Schedule: Monday-Friday between 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

Season: September through the school year

Saturday Tennis Clinics (Starting September)

Pay Rate: $18-24 per hour (back-to-back sessions available)

Schedule: Saturdays

This opportunity may be offered to coaches who demonstrate strong tennis skills and coaching ability.

About the Position

We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable individuals to join our team as Tennis/Pickleball Coaches for our Summer Camps, After School Programs, and Saturday Tennis Clinics. During the summer months (June-August), coaches will lead fun and engaging tennis/pickleball camp sessions. Beginning in September, our After School Program and Saturday Tennis Clinics resume and continue throughout the school year.

You’ll teach beginner-friendly Tennis/Pickleball sessions for elementary school students (Grades K-5) at various school sites around the Bay Area. Our programs focus on creating a fun, active, and supportive environment for young beginners.

Additional: For the After School Program, coaches typically teach one class per day (about one hour), with a possible additional 30 minutes of pre-care. Saturday Tennis Clinics may also be available for qualified coaches with strong tennis experience. All equipment is provided by us.

Responsibilities

• Teach Tennis/Pickleball classes for students ages 5-10 using provided lesson plans.
• Manage class size (8-16 students) and maintain a positive environment.
• Attend a 2-day training or shadowing session before starting.
• Equipment (provided by the company).
• Take attendance, manage student sign-ins, and interact with parents/school staff.
• Capture a few class photos for documentation.

Requirements

• Must be at least 19 years old.
• Teaching or playing experience in Tennis is preferred but not mandatory.
• USPTA/PTR certification is a plus.
• Enjoy working with kids; patient, enthusiastic, and reliable.
• Good communication and class management skills.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must have valid work permit to work in USA
• Must be fully vaccinated and willing to undergo a TB test and Live Scan background check before starting work.
• Must complete sending photo and short biography to upload in our website and introduce your experience in sports.

Programs are offered at multiple schools across the Bay Area. Candidates must currently live locally and be available for in-person work.

We do have other Programs like Yoga, Soccer, PE, Volleyball, Basketball, and Dance. You’re welcome to apply to any of these as well.

Applicants must already be eligible to work in the U.S. (Visa sponsorship is not provided).

Join us in making tennis fun and accessible for children across the Bay Area!