Squash Instructor

Life Time Inc.; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully subsidized membership

Discounts on Life Time products

401(k) retirement savings plan

Job summary

Life Time Inc. in Vernon Hills, IL is seeking a Squash Instructor to teach private and group squash lessons in line with department programming and brand standards. You will grow your book of business and meet personal revenue goals while delivering member-centric service.

The role emphasizes on-court instruction, program development, and collaboration with Membership Advisors to integrate squash into Life Time's offerings. CPR/AED certification required within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Squash Level 1 Certified or European equivalent; CPR and AED within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Instructs private and group squash lessons, focusing on technique and tactics.
• Develops safe, professional squash lessons and programs to encourage continued involvement.
• Creates exceptional member experiences through programs, tournaments and events; maintains clean courts and equipment.
• Registers and bills squash students and programs; books lessons in Life Time software and follows SOPs.
• Collaborates with Membership Advisors to integrate squash into Life Time offerings; attends meetings.

Skills

Customer service

Teaching

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

Teach private and group squash lessons and using department programming brand standards and SOPs. Grow your book of business and revenue to meet and exceed personal financial goals. Demonstrate member-centric customer service to encourage repeat business and referrals.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitors, demonstrates, and instructs students during squash lessons on proper techniques, tactics and strategies to improve their overall squash game. Approximately 80% of working time should be spent in on-court instruction.
• Develops safe, professional, and comprehensive squash lessons and programs to ensure students develop along a pathway that will encourage continued involvement and a positive Net Promoter Score.
• Creates exceptional member experiences by involving members with programs, tournaments and special events, fully utilizing available marketing support and tools, and ensures all squash courts and equipment are clean, organized and in good working condition.
• Ensures proper registration and billing for squash students and programming. Ensures all lessons/programs are booked in the Life Time court scheduling software and follow all company SOPs.
• Participates in the system wide sales effort with Membership Advisors and Member Activities, ensuring Squash is an integral component of the Life Time brand. Attends department and “all club” meetings.

Position Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Excellent customer service skills, friendly, outgoing, and positive attitude
• Thorough knowledge of the game of squash and possesses effective teaching styles and techniques
• Excellent communication, time management, and organization skills
• Comfortable working with all age groups and building positive relationships with members and team members
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, climb and lift up to 50 pounds
• Authorized to work in the US or Canada, depending on work location
• Squash Level 1 Certified- or European Equivalent
• CPR and AED Certified within 30 days of hire

Preferred Requirements

• 1 or more years’ experience in Squash Instruction

Benefits

All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:

• A fully subsidized membership

• Discounts on Life Time products and services

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older)

• Training and professional development

• Paid sick leave where required by law

Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage

• Short term and long term disability insurance

• Life insurance

• Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans

• Parental leave and adoption assistance

• Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave

• Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold

Life Time may use artificial intelligence ("AI") in connection with various aspects of its recruitment and hiring functions. Ultimate employment decisions are subject to human review and oversight. Life Time does not use AI in a manner that would have the effect of subjecting applicants to discrimination on the basis of protected classes or proxies or for engaging in any protected activity under applicable law.

Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.