High Performance Tennis Professional

Midtown Athletic Clubs; Bannockburn (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Midtown Athletic Clubs in Bannockburn, IL is seeking a High Performance Tennis Professional to deliver elite training for competitive junior players and serve as an ambassador for our Junior program.

The role requires coaching groups and private lessons, coordinating camps and events, traveling to domestic tournaments as needed, and upholding Midtown brand standards. Candidates should have 3 years of HP coaching experience and PTR/USPTA certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience with High Performance players.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills.
• Demonstrate a passion for the game.
• Maintain current PTR or USPTA certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist HP Manager in planning and delivering High Performance programs including sessions, camps, tournaments and events.
• Engage players with positive energy, encouragement and engagement in every practice.
• Ensure HP program aligns with Midtown brand standards and methodologies.
• Travel to domestic tournaments as required.
• Coach groups and self-generate private/semi-private lessons; teach adult programs when needed.

Skills

Coaching tennis

Communication

Team player

Education

PTR/USPTA certification

Job description

Midtown is looking for a High Performance Tennis Professional to engage members and foster their love of tennis.

The High Performance Tennis Professional is responsible to deliver high quality tennis training for competitive junior players. This individual will be an ambassador for Junior competitive tennis within the club and externally as we strive to be the industry gold standard for Junior High Performance programming. This coach will be nimble and adaptable to the changing landscape of the industry and will thrive in a people environment, bringing an energetic and inspiring contribution to the High Performance program.

The specific responsibilities of the HP Professional will include but not be limited to:

• Assist the HP Manager in the planning, organizing and delivery of all High Performance related programs including sessional programs, holiday and summer camps, tournaments and special events.


• Be passionate about the growth and development of the program by bringing positive energy, encouragement, enthusiasm and engagement to every practice or lesson.


• Ensure that the HP program is delivered in a manner consistent with Midtown brand standards and methodologies.


• Work with the HP Manager and the Racquet Sports Manager on all matters relating to programs, coach development and methodologies.


• Maintain a clean and well-organized tennis court environment including ball carts, balls and teaching aids.


• Maintain a member focus – be present and accessible to the players and their parents.


• Coach groups in the HP program and pathway, self-generate private and semi-private lessons and be available to teach adult programs.


• Coach at times that respond to the needs of the program including weekends.


• Participate in scheduled meetings with the HP Manager and the team of coaches.


• Promote the High Performance program locally, regionally and nationally.


• Be available to travel to domestic tournaments.


• Accept and complete other assignments deemed appropriate by the HP Manager.

The Requirements Of The Position Are

• 3 years minimum experience working with High Performance players.


• Compete and hit with UTR 10+ players.


• Demonstrate effective communication skills.


• Demonstrate a passion for the game.


• Demonstrate a passion for learning


• Maintain current certification with either the PTR or the USPTA.

Core Values

• Win Together


• Glass Half-full


• Passionate about Helping Others


• Better than Yesterday


• Kind

Expected Behaviors

• Charismatic


• Detail oriented


• Adaptable


• Bias for action


• Strives for excellence


• Willing to do what it takes to be successful

Competitive Compensation

Depending on credentials and experience, full-time Midtown coaches earn an on court rate between $40-$50. The standard admin rate is $15.

This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.

MIDTOWN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.