Tennis Professional (Part-time)

(USTA) United States Tennis Association; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

The United States Tennis Association (USTA) at the National Campus in Orlando is seeking a Part-time Tennis Teaching Professional to deliver high-quality lessons, clinics, camps, courses, and drop-ins across our campus programs.

Plan a fun, energetic on-court experience, work with the Director of Tennis and Head Professionals to identify growth opportunities, promote programs, and run summer camps and events.

Qualifications

• Must be USTA coaching certified and capable of delivering high-quality tennis instruction.
• Ability to work with various age groups in different settings (camps, clinics, drop-ins).
• Strong on-court communication and promotional skills to grow participation.

Responsibilities

• Teach clinics, group lessons, and private lessons; organize round robins and assist with programs/events.
• Promote programs and recruit participants; participate in camps including summer programs.
• Work with the Director of Tennis and Head Professionals to identify growth opportunities and revenue options.
• Provide an engaging, fun, on-court experience for all players.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director.

Skills

Coaching

Customer-focused

Digital literacy

Education

USTA Coaching Certification

PTR Certification (considered)

RSPA Certification (considered)

Job description

Who We Are

We are Tennis! The USTA (United States Tennis Association) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis and the leader in promoting and developing the sport’s growth on every level in the United States, from local communities to the crown jewel of the professional game, the US Open. At the USTA National Campus, we are a passionate team focused on growing the sport of tennis and making it accessible to all. We are committed to removing barriers and creating opportunities for ALL to participate. We are the largest facility in the world with 98 courts, including 32 har-tru, 38 hard, 6 red clay, 6 Indoor, 8 36ft, 4 pickleball, and 4 padel. Our team of 35+ teaching professionals delivers more than 135 classes and works with over 2,000 players per week. Annually, we have over 250,000 visitors per year.

Why Work for the USTA?

We are a passionate team of staff and volunteers focused on growing the sport of tennis and making it accessible to all. We are committed to removing barriers and creating opportunities for ALL to participate.

The Role

This Is a Part-time Hourly Position Designed To Fulfill The Needs Of The Campus Program Teaching Demands. The Part-Time Tennis Teaching Professional Will:

• Plan, organize, and implement high-quality lessons, clinics, camps, courses, drop-ins, and other tennis programs.
• Establish a fun, energetic, and engaged on-court experience for all players.
• Work with the Director of Tennis and Head Professionals to identify areas of growth, options for increased revenue, or issues needing resolution.
• Use self-promotion and networking to increase client engagement.

Major Duties

• Teach clinics, group lessons, private lessons, organize round robins, and assist with any programs, events, or intern training as needed.
• Assist with promotion of programs.
• Teach in camps including summer camps.
• Assist with tennis events as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director.

Junior And Adult Teaching

• Prior experience in R-O-G-Y tennis methodology preferred
• Ability to work in a variety of settings such as summer camp, instructional clinics, and with children of all ages
• Comfortable working with 4-6 players in a group clinic format
• Ability to run dynamic drop-in tennis sessions with up to 8 players
• Experience training USTA players and teams

Who You Are

• Must be USTA Coaching certified. PTR and RSPA certifications are considered.
• Strong playing skills, 4.0+ rating preferred
• Coordinated, highly motivated, prompt, ambitious, and enthusiastic
• Proficient digital literacy and willingness to use IT
• A customer-focused demeanor and a passion for working with people
• Willing to align with the USTA National Campus Teaching Philosophy
• Attend professional development trainings & meetings
• Willing to receive CPR and AED certifications and undergo a background check

Junior And Adult Teaching

• Prior experience in R-O-G-Y tennis methodology preferred
• Ability to work in a variety of settings, such as summer camp, instructional clinics, and with children of all ages
• Comfortable working with 4-6 players in a group clinic format
• Ability to run dynamic drop-in tennis sessions with up to 8 players
• Experience training USTA players and teams
• This position is designated as \"on-site\" and requires the employee to be at the office site to complete the required tasks associated with the position.

What We Offer

This is an hourly position with an expected pay rate between $40.00 - $50.00 per hour. The actual salary offered is determined by several variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, the years of relevant experience, their unique skills, and the location from which they will be performing the job.

USTA is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals, regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, family status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.