Pickleball Instructor

Department: Recreation Part-Time: Hourly - Non-exempt

Position Description

The Pickleball Instructor is responsible for the supervision and specific instruction of pickleball and providing a safe and fun learning environment for children and adults. This is an at-will position. Reports to Full-Time Recreation Manager.

Essential Responsibilities

• Organize and prepare lesson plans in a fun and creative manner.
• Lead and teach participants in pickleball recreation programs.
• Prepare and submit program related reports, including attendance.
• Should be professional, courteous and friendly to parents, children, supervisor and other staff members. Should possess enthusiasm toward teaching.
• Regularly monitor all pickleball equipment and report any equipment needs to the Recreation Manager.
• Must be punctual and dependable
• Gain knowledge and understanding of Park District policies and procedures and see that they are adhered to at all times.
• Attend district-wide part-time staff orientations, crisis trainings and office staff trainings as directed.
• Comply with the District’s Dress Code by coming to work in clean, presentable clothing and wearing an employee name tag.
• Observe and follow all Park District safety policies and regulations. The safety of staff and participants is a continuing responsibility of all employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Communication & Customer Service

• Develops and maintains positive and effective working relationship with coworkers and to promote and maintain high morale and enthusiasm.

• Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.

• Communicates matters of importance in a timely manner.
• Makes recommendations to management for improvements and efficiencies.
• Employee represents the Dundee Township Park District in a professional manner.

Safety & Risk Management

• Maintains a working knowledge of all general agency and department‑specific safety rules.
• Uses material handling equipment or staff assistance when lifting and/or moving objects 50 pounds or heavier.
• Reports any work-related injuries to supervisor promptly.
• Attends required safety program and in‑service education meetings.
• Corrects unsafe conditions, if possible, alerts co-workers to potential unsafe conditions and/or reports them to supervisor.
• Instructs co-workers, when necessary on safety procedures or precautions.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Minimum one-year pervious teaching/coaching experience.
• Knowledge of pickleball and skills, and basic knowledge of pickleball equipment.
• The ability to prioritize and work independently is necessary.
• Requires strong people and customer service skills.
• The ability to communicate effectively with staff and the public.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Good physical condition, sufficient strength, and mobility required.
• Mechanical aptitude required, including the use of tools, equipment, and machinery.
• Knowledge and skills in technology, or the ability to learn.
• Reading, writing, speaking and understanding English language.
• Possess good problem solving skills and has capacity to act rationally and calmly in high stress and/or emergency situations.
• Ability to work a varied schedule including some nights and weekends as required.
• Ability to pay meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to execute the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Hours Standards

• This is a part time seasonal position.
• Work hours are dependent on events or activities, but may include evenings and weekends.