Tennis Instructor

Youth Tennis Advantage; Oakland (CA); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 39.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Youth Tennis Advantage is seeking a part-time Tennis Instructor to lead group and individual lessons at DeFremery Park in Oakland, CA. The role emphasizes core skills like footwork, strokes, game strategy, and rules while modeling positive sportsmanship and life skills.

Instructors will plan sessions, set up equipment, and provide feedback to youth participants, working with program staff to coordinate classes and events.

Formación

• Strong tennis skills with coaching experience across ages.
• Ability to plan engaging sessions and provide feedback.
• Excellent communication with youth, guardians, and staff.
• Customer-service mindset to create a welcoming experience.
• Experience coaching youth in educational settings optional.

Responsabilidades

• Lead group and individual tennis lessons at DeFremery Park, Oakland.
• Plan practice sessions and maintain equipment for daily use.
• Provide ongoing feedback and encourage participants.
• Coordinate with program staff for classes and events.
• Communicate progress and schedules with students and guardians.

Conocimientos

Tennis instruction

Youth coaching

Communication

Customer service

Mentoring youth

Plan & feedback

Educación

USPTA Level Certification

USPTA Instructor Certification

CPR certification

Safe Play certification

Background check clearance

Descripción del empleo

Company Description

Youth Tennis Advantage (YTA) is a youth development program that welcomes participants of all tennis skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Professional coaches provide instruction in both tennis fundamentals and sportsmanship, focusing on supportive and inclusive coaching. Education is central to YTA, with academic coordinators available to assist students with homework throughout the school year. The program also integrates a Life Skills Curriculum that uses tennis to build values, confidence, and real-world skills. YTA is committed to helping young people grow into responsible, successful individuals on and off the court. Tennis Instructor positions are available fro entry Instructor Level 1 to Lead Instructor. Although the current need is for Oakland, we also offer programs in Marin, San Francisco and Richmond

Role Description

The Tennis Instructor role is a part-time, on-site role based at DeFremery Park, Oakland, CA. In this role, the instructor leads group and individual tennis lessons, teaching core skills such as footwork, strokes, game strategy, and rules of play. The instructor models positive sportsmanship, reinforces life skills, and helps create a safe, inclusive, and encouraging environment for youth participants. Daily responsibilities include planning practice sessions, setting up and maintaining equipment, providing ongoing feedback and encouragement, and supporting program staff with coordination of classes and events. The instructor also communicates regularly with students and guardians about progress, schedules, and program expectations.

Qualifications

• Strong tennis skills and experience with Tennis Instruction, including teaching fundamentals and game strategy.
• Ability to deliver engaging Training sessions and adapt instruction to various ages and skill levels.
• Effective Communication skills, with the ability to interact positively with youth, families, and colleagues.
• Customer Service mindset, focused on creating a welcoming, supportive experience for all participants.
• Experience working with youth in coaching, mentoring, or education settings.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive environment that promotes sportsmanship, respect, and personal growth.
• Ability to work on-site in Oakland, CA, including afternoons, evenings, and/or weekends as needed.
• Safe Play certification and ability to pass YTA background check
• CPR certification
• USPTA Level/Tennis Instructor certification appropriate for level
• USPTA Professional Membership for some Levels