About the Department
Performs a variety of duties instructing and assisting individuals in various tennis activities. Responsible for planning and implementing daily tennis activities designed to meet the ability levels of each student.
****THIS POSTING WILL BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE OPENINGS****
Position Duties
- Assists Lead Tennis Instructor with operations and activities of the tennis program.
- Creates a safe, friendly and welcoming atmosphere in the tennis program.
- Plans and implements session and daily program activities.
- Assists with activities for students and adults in the tennis program.
- Instructs and leads participants in the proper tennis techniques.
- Maintains all records and data on each participant.
- Collects and tracks money for lessons.
- Creates an environment of inclusion for all participants and develops good sportsmanship behavior in participants.
- Maintains a positive rapport with all participants/parents in the program.
- Handles and reports all emergency incidents that occur.
- Inspects classroom/program environment and equipment to ensure safety.
- Completes administrative task such as skill assessment of participant, attendance sheets, class evaluations and class descriptions for brochures and provides make-up sessions as required.
- Sets up and takes down and stores equipment for lessons.
- Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalency preferred
Experience:- Minimum of one year of tennis instructional experience preferred
Licenses and/or Certificates:- First Aid/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification required
- United States Professional Tennis Association certification preferred
NOTE: For preferred qualifications, the substitution of any combination of relevant and related education, training, and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability may be considered, including by way of example, specific experience or skill-based qualifications that may substitute for certain educational requirements, or a combination of relevant education and experience including supervisory experience.
***Must successfully pass a background check.
Other Qualifications
• Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
• Remote & Hybrid working opportunities
• County Retirement Program
• Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership
• Truly inclusive and diverse environment
• Fitness Center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Building)
• May be eligible for up to 12-weeks Paid Parental Leave Benefits (full-time employees)