Salary: $14.00 - $14.75 Hourly
Location : Mendota Heights, MN
Job Type: Part Time Non-Exempt
Job Number: 2025-02-21
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 02/21/2025
The Tennis Assistant is responsible for providing assistance to the Tennis Instructor instructing youth at various levels and ages in the fundamentals of tennis. Performs a variety of duties including assisting with instructing lessons and camps, preparing materials, and supervising participants.
- Assists Tennis Instructor in conducting lessons and camps in accordance with established lesson plans one-on-one and in a group setting.
- May lead lessons and camps, independently in accordance with established lesson plans.
- Monitors the involvement of participants through attendance and record keeping.
- Communicates respectfully and promptly regarding class cancellations and changes to the schedule due to inclement weather or course conditions.
- Maintains professional relationships with participants to instill safety and cooperation.
- Creates and maintains a positive public image, while being responsible and dependable.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to demonstrate basic tennis skills and techniques.
- Ability to mentor, instruct and encourage participants to improve skill and ability.
- Ability to independently lead groups.
- Knowledge and skill in the organization and supervision of instructional tennis lessons.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Confidence working alone or with a group of people.
- Reliable and regular attendance during scheduled work hours.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Age 16 or older.
- Strong knowledge of the principles and skills of the game of tennis to teach.
- Desire and ability to work with youth of all ages.
- Availability to work from June through early August.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior experience coordinating and teaching youth tennis lessons.
- First Aid/CPR Certification
- Valid Minnesota Driver's License with a good driving record.