What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Tennis/Pickleball Coach position at Vineyard City?
Vineyard City Recreation is hiring enthusiastic coaches for our 2025 Youth Tennis & Pickleball League, scheduled from June 1 – July 23, 2026. Coaches will lead teams of youth aged 10-14, focusing on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Schedule & Commitment:
- Boys Division (ages 10-14):
- Matches: Mondays, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (locations vary throughout Utah County)
- Practices: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM at Vineyard Grove Park
- Girls Division (ages 10-14):
- Matches: Tuesdays, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (locations vary throughout Utah County)
- Practices: Mondays & Wednesdays, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM at Vineyard Grove Park
Teams will consist of one coach and up to 14 participants. The season will include 4-5 regular matches and a postseason tournament. Hours are approximately 6-15 per week with some flexibility available.
Responsibilities:
- Teach and reinforce fundamental tennis/pickleball skills (forehand, backhand, serves, positioning, net play, volleys)
- Educate participants on the rules and strategies of the game
- Promote teamwork, fair play, and good sportsmanship
- Serve as a positive role model for youth participants
- Maintain clear, consistent communication with Vineyard's Recreation Coordinator
- Participate in mandatory in-person training prior to coaching
- Participate in a mid-season evaluation by Vineyard Recreation Staff
Qualifications:
- Minimum age of 18 years old
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Ability to effectively coach and engage youth participants
- Physical ability to perform coaching duties, including running, jumping, racket handling, and lifting 25 lbs.
- Basic knowledge of tennis rules (coaching experience preferred, but not required)
- Ability to follow safety procedures and manage decisions under pressure
- Successful completion of a background check
- First Aid certification preferred but not required
Application Process:
Interested candidates must apply online through the Vineyard City Portal by Tuesday, May 9, 2026. Interviews will be scheduled to accommodate both the applicant's and hiring staff's availability.
Vineyard is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Pre-employment drug testing and background check are required.
Salary : $18