Golf Instructor

Topgolf - El Segundo; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured teaching system

Training and mentorship

Competitive pay + long-term earning

Strong team culture

Job summary

Make Golf Your Career is hiring a dynamic Golf Instructor in El Segundo to grow our golf instruction and player development programs. The ideal candidate will be an PGA Associate in good standing with progress toward Level 3; Level 2 considered with experience.

Responsibilities include private lessons, clinics, junior camps, and group instruction. You will teach juniors and adults, work with swing analysis and launch monitor technology, and help grow participation and revenue.

Qualifications

• PGA Associate Level 2 or higher with good standing.
• 2-3 years teaching experience at a quality facility.
• Experience with swing analysis technology and launch monitor tech.
• Professional, punctual, organized, and teachable.
• Able to work varied shifts incl evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience teaching juniors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver private lessons, clinics, junior camps, and group instruction.
• Coach in PGA Junior League and seasonal junior programs.
• Communicate progress with parents.
• Promote lessons at events with events team.
• Develop player development programs to increase participation and revenue.
• Maintain lesson records and revenue tracking.
• Collaborate with Golf Shop to enhance guest experience.
• Uphold professionalism and teaching excellence.

Skills

PGA Associate Level 2+

Golf swing fundamentals

Teaching golf lessons

Swing analysis tech

Launch monitor tech

Professional appearance

Strong communication

Flexible schedule

Junior development

Revenue growth

Team collaboration

Tools

Swing analysis software

Launch monitors

Job description

Overview

Golf Instructor -

Seeking a dynamic, energetic, innovative, and highly qualified Golf Instructor to assist and grow our golf instruction and player development programs. The ideal candidate will be a PGA Associate in good standing with a positive PGM completion rate. Preferred Level 3, however, will consider Level 2 applications based on experience and PGA PGM progress. All candidates must have a proven track record of success in teaching, coaching, and program development for juniors, adults, and groups.

We are looking for a motivated, reliable, and coachable golf instructor who enjoys teaching players of all levels from beginner to competitive levels. The ideal candidate understands golf fundamentals, can communicate clearly with the students, and is enthusiastic about professional growth.

Experience Required

• PGA Associate Level 2 or higher
• Strong knowledge of golf swing fundamentals
• 2-3 years' experience teaching golf lessons with experience coaching different levels of golfers preferably at a high-quality public or private facility.
• Experience with swing analysis technology and launch monitor technology
• Must be professional, punctual, organized, and teachable
• Maintain a professional appearance and represent Topgolf Core Values
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time
• Availability to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends and holidays
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time including maneuvering up and down stairs
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A high level of self-awareness, receptivity to change and integrity
• Willingness to learn and follow Topgolf El Segundo programs and directives
• Experience teaching juniors (preferred)
• Passion for junior development and long-term student progress
• Proven ability to develop innovative player development programs.
• Demonstrated ability to grow instruction revenue and participation.
• Collaborate in a professional, team-based environment

Essential Responsibilities

• Understand and perform operations for all aspects of the golf instruction program, including private lessons, clinics, junior camps, group instruction and golf tournaments.
• Coach in PGA Junior League and seasonal junior programs
• Communicate with parents regularly regarding student progress
• Work with the events team to promote and teach lessons at events
• Manage and implement ideas for player development series at venue level
• Walk the tee line on all levels during peak times (when not engaged in golf instruction) to market platform / give impromptu lessons
• Supervise information requests regarding or pertaining to schedule of lessons and instructional series.
• Help foster a positive, disciplined, and welcoming environment
• Collaborate with the coaching staff and follow academy curriculum
• Develop and implement player development programs to increase participation and revenue.
• Be a role model to the recruits we mentor for assistant instructors and seasonal coaching staff.
• Assist the academy team with setup, breakdown, and organization
• Use academy training aids and teaching tools effectively
• Collaborate with the Golf Shop to enhance the overall guest experience.
• Maintain accurate lesson records, scheduling, and revenue tracking.
• Utilize swing analysis technology and learning theories, and integrate teaching aids in all programs
• Promote the club's instructional programs through marketing, community outreach, and social media.
• Uphold the highest standards of professionalism, service, and teaching excellence.

What We Offer

• A steady flow of students and growth opportunities
• Structured teaching system to help new coaches succeed
• Competitive pay + long-term earning potential
• Training and mentorship from senior coaches
• A strong team culture and supportive environment
• Opportunity to coach competitive and elite-level juniors

Benefits

• Free Play & 1/2 price food!
• Health, dental, vision, 401(k) playmaker match,
• free mental well-being platform - and that's just for starters for those who qualify.