Youth Tennis Instructor

Town of Mansfield/Mansfield Board of Education, CT; Storrs (CT); On-site; USD 39,950 - 42,705; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Mansfield/Mansfield Board of Education, CT is seeking a Youth Tennis Instructor to lead youth tennis programs at Mansfield Community Center. This role involves developing tennis programs for children aged 4 to 13, instructing basic and intermediate tennis skills, and ensuring a safe environment. A background check is required along with a passion for working with children. Pay ranges from $29.00 to $31.00 per hour. Schedule may include work on Sunday mornings in the fall and winter.

Qualifications

• High energy with a desire to work with children.
• Knowledge of tennis required and prior experience working with children preferred.
• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive tennis program for small groups of children ranging in ages from 4 to 13 years.
• Instruct children in basic and intermediate level tennis skills and game play.
• Provide direction to the Assistant Youth Instructor.
• Interact with parents to answer questions.
• Ensure a safe and fun environment.

Skills

High energy

Knowledge of tennis

Experience working with children

Job description

Town of Mansfield Department of Parks & Recreation

Position Announcement: Youth Tennis Instructor

Position Type: Parks and Recreation / Youth Tennis Instructor

Date Posted: 8/4/2025

Location: Mansfield Community Center

The Town of Mansfield Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a Youth Instructor to lead the instruction of MPRD Youth Tennis Programs this spring, summer and fall.

Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive tennis program for small groups of children ranging in ages from 4 to 13 years.
• Instruct children in basic and intermediate level tennis skills and game play.
• Provide direction to the Assistant Youth Instructor.
• Interact with parents to answer questions.
• Ensure a safe and fun environment.

Requirements

• High energy with a desire to work with children.
• Knowledge of tennis required and prior experience working with children preferred.
• Background check required.

Schedule may include Sunday mornings in the Fall and Winter.

Pay range is $29.00–$31.00 per hour.

Equality of Opportunity Employer. EOE/AA.