Description

Summary

Under the direction of the Racquet Club Manager, the Pickleball Teaching Professional is responsible for administration and instruction for all areas of the pickleball program, including all classes, levels, training, special events, tournaments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching Lessons (Pickleball and Tennis)

• Teach private and group lessons as assigned in accordance with Park District policies.

• Effectively communicate and demonstrate proper techniques, such as grip, stroke production, serve, footwork and rules.

• Conduct instruction in accordance with the Club’s standardized methods and strategies.

• Perform necessary administrative tasks, such as attendance taking, returning messages, and general correspondence with patrons and co-workers.

• Discretely work through differences with fellow teaching professionals so as not to create distractions on the court or in front of clientele.

• Arrive in time to start lessons punctually and allow enough time to fully complete the lesson and cleanup as scheduled.

• Assist with summer camp programming.

Administration and Budget

• Assist with the planning and implementation of lesson pickleball programs, classes, levels, training, tournaments and special events.

• Assist managerial preparation for and facilitation of seasonal registration.

• Manage the proper placement of students in class levels based on skill level.

• Provide recommendations for Deer Creek and summer programming.

• Complete timesheet daily by accurately inputting privates/groups/drop-in and administrative hours.

• Secure substitute teaching professionals when unable to fulfill commitments.

• Keep accurate attendance records and update master list at Front Desk.

• Maintain a neat and clean facility, including ball pickup and proper equipment storage after every shift.

• Maintain list of client names for private lessons.

• Participate and contribute to periodic staff meetings and professional development training.

• Assist with staff hiring, training, and evaluating.

Communication

• Recruit participants for programming

• Keep administrative staff apprised of any key issues, class assignment changes, and other significant developments in a timely fashion.

• Solicit feedback and actively listen to others.

• Make recommendations for improvements and efficiencies.

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

• Conduct all work in a safe manner, including using personal protective equipment and safety devices as required. Identify and report any safety hazards.

• Attend all Park District required trainings.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

Minimum high school graduate or equivalent. Ability to play and teach pickleball and understand rules for pickleball and tennis play. Must be certified or able to obtain within six months of employment: Certification with the International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association “Level 1” Certification and have a minimum of 1 year teaching experience with a variety of ability levels. Additional tennis teaching experience welcomed.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software, Internet software and Word Processing software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must have International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association (IPTPA) certification. Certification with the Professional Tennis Registry "Professional Level" Certification or with the United States Professional Tennis Association "Professional 1 Level" Certification preferred in addition.

Valid Driver's License 

American Red Cross CPR/AED Certification

Schedule: This position will require approximately35 hours on court instruction and 5 hours administrative duties a week. Administrative pay rate is $26.34 - $28.97 an hour and Teaching pay rate is up to $44.00 depending on certificate status and years of experience.

Classification: Full-Time; Non-exempt

Benefits: Excellent benefit package including paid holidays and paid time off, health, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, flexible spending, a defined benefit pension plan (IMRF) and a voluntary deferred retirement plan, opportunities to get involved in recreational programs for free or reduced cost, and more.

The Park District of Highland Park is an equal opportunity employer.