TENNIS INSTRUCTOR

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Racquet Sports Supervisor provides tennis instruction to participants. The H-F Park District’s mission statement is “to enhance the quality of life through diverse recreational opportunities, facilities and parks while caring for the environment”.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide outstanding customer service to our internal and external guests by providing friendly, responsive, courteous and helpful service.
- Report directly to the Racquet Sports Supervisor.
- Keep accurate records on all classes.
- Responsible for all supplies issued by the Park District.
- Conduct a safe and educational program.
- Develop a lesson plan for the programs.
- Keep Racquet Sports Supervisor informed of progress of students.
- Be cooperative and develop a good relationship with the public.
- Solicit comments, suggestions and recommendations from the students and relay them accordingly.
- Attend educational seminars to upgrade teaching knowledge and skill.
- Assist in promoting all Park District programs.
- Enforce all rules and regulations within the club as set forth by the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District board in a tactful manner.
- Adhere to the policies and procedures as outlined in the Safety Manual, Policy and Procedures Handbook and Employee Manual.
- Other related job duties as assigned.

COGNITIVE SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Positive approach.

JOB SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Possess a complete knowledge of the game of tennis and have the ability to demonstrate all related strokes and strategy.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
- CPR/AED Certified.
- Knowledge of USTA Rules.

OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Demonstrate willingness to become certified Pro.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
STANDING: Extensive - almost 100%
SITTING: Minimal (off court)
WALKING: Extensive
LIFTING: Minimal - Boxes of balls/supplies
STOOPING: Extensive - Hitting low shots/picking up balls
REACHING: Extensive - Demonstrate strokes
CLIMBING: Minimal - Boxes of balls/supplies
VERBAL: Communication skills/
VISION: Analytical skills
OTHER: Running

Part-Time Benefits:

• Discounted individual fitness membership at Racquet Fitness Center
• Discounted golf fees and driving range tokens at Coyote Run
• Individual admission to open skate at H-F Ice Arena
• Individual Lions pool pass
• 20% off (1) facility rental/year
• 20% off birthday party package for child(ren)
• 20% off program fees
• Irons Oaks ropes course & climbing tower
• Individual ski rental at Irons Oaks (cross-country skiing)
• 457 Retirement Plan
• Participation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund - only available if required minimum hours are met (work more than 1,000 hours in a year).
• Additional benefits for facility employees only.
• Paid CPR/AED training and certification
• Paid Leave Time Off

Salary : $18 - $26