Youth Tennis Instructor

Job Overview

This position will instruct youth tennis for 5 to 12 year olds. The program is located outside at the Civic Center, 5 Ashlawn, Montgomery, IL.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Significant involvement in communicating with, but not limited to parents, children, and park district staff
• Significant involvement in program design and coordination along with tennis instruction
• Some involvement in maintaining tennis equipment and the cleanliness/care of tennis courts
• Responsible for the safety and instruction of tennis participants ages 5-12 of all skill levels
• Dress appropriately and wear sun protection at all times when working outdoors
• Create and utilize activity plans designed for all classes to accommodate the different age groups and skill sets
• Ability to take direction and to delegate
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum of 17 years of age
• Experience and knowledge in tennis including fundamentals, technique, rules, and regulations
• Ability to work with the public and other staff in a professional manner
• Ability to work as a team
• Possess effective communication skills
• Understand and exhibit behavior consistent with stated values of the District

Benefits

Employee Wellness Programs and Incentives

Employee Recognition Programs

Discounts at Our Golf Course

Season Passes to Our Aquatic Center

Free or Discounted Prices for Our Fitness & Special Event Programs

Hours

• Sunday evenings
• Flexibility in available working hours

Rate

$17-$21/hour