Position Type: Racquet Club/Part-Time
Date Posted: 2/21/2024
Location: H-F Racquet & Fitness Club
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION: Under the supervision of the Racquet Supervisor, provides tennis instruction and assists in the development of tennis programs.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: STANDING: Extended 100%
SITTING: Minimal (off court)
WALKING: Extended
LIFTING: Minimal - Supplies 25 lbs.
STOOPING: Extended
REACHING: Extended
CLIMBING: Minimal
VERBAL: Communication
VISION: Eye contact w/students, ability to analyze technique
COGNITIVE SKILLS REQUIRED: - Be as innovative, creative and knowledgeable within your field as possible.
- Be up to date on teaching techniques, racquet and string technology and able to assist students accordingly.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIRED: - Be as innovative, creative and knowledgeable within your field as possible.
- Be up to date on teaching techniques, racquet and string technology and be able to assist students accordingly.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING: - Be at least 21 years of age.
- Be certified with either the United States Professional Tennis Association or the Professional Tennis Registry. Dues must be current.
- Have at least two years teaching experience.
- CPR/AED certified.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (DUTIES):
- Communicate with Racquet Sports Supervisor.
- Keep accurate records of all classes.
- Fill any open spots in group classes with the aid of the lesson wait list and follow up on any class absentees.
- Responsible for all equipment and supplies provided by the Park District.
- Develop lesson plans for the programs.
- Be cooperative and develop a good relationship with the public and other staff members.
- Solicit comments, suggestions and recommendations from students and relay these to the Racquet Sports Supervisor.
- Organize or assist in Junior Tryouts, Team Tennis Tryouts and Social Events. Must participate in social tennis functions when mandated and other duties when assigned.
- Conduct a safe and educational program.
- Give guidance and direction to Tennis Instructors.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: - Assist in promoting all Park District programs and creating new ones.
- Use a tactful manner to enforce all rules and regulations within the Club as set forth by the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District Board.
- Adheres to the policies and procedures as outlined in the Safety Manual.
OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS: - Must attend meetings classified as mandatory.