Tennis Instructor

Are you passionate about tennis and enjoy coaching players of all ages and ability levels?

The Robinswood Tennis Center is seeking an experienced Tennis Instructor to join our team. As an Instructor you will collaborate with our program coordinator and other instructors on our team to plan, provide high-quality tennis instruction, organize, schedule, lead and promote a variety of programs, activities, tournaments, and special events. Current position opening is for a part-time instructor but there is an opportunity for additional hours and teaching other programs based on facility needs.

Robinswood Tennis Center is a year-round public facility serving primarily Bellevue residents but is considered a regional facility for the greater tennis community. The Tennis Center features a main building housing 4 indoor courts, locker room facilities, administrative offices, and a retail kiosk. There is an additional 4 outdoor courts, 2 of which are covered by a seasonal air structure (winter).

Tennis programs offered include: youth and adult group lessons, private instruction, competitive youth development teams, drop-in classes such as cardio tennis, senior drill & play, and adaptive programs such as wheelchair tennis. Activities include USTA Leagues, inter-club competition, team workouts, and local and sanctioned USTA and UTR tournaments.

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• Provide tennis instruction to participants of various ages and skill levels.
• Prepare lesson plans, develop curriculum, determine teaching standards.
• Foster a positive and encouraging learning environment to motivate students to reach their full potential.
• Ensure that all tennis activities are conducted safely and in accordance with Bellevue Parks & Community Services policies and procedures.
• Interact professionally with all customers.
• Address inquiries, concerns, requests and respond in a timely manner.
• Assist with the promotion and communication of programs.

• Collect data, maintain class rosters, develop reports and assist program staff with other administrative support tasks.

• Assist with basic court maintenance items, including but not limited to the condition of nets, scorekeeper repair/replacement, teaching cart ball inventory.
• Ensure proper use/care, and set-up and storage of program equipment.
• Enforce facility rules, policies, guidelines and safety standards

Supervision Received and Exercised:

• This position typically works under the direction of the Program Coordinator but frequently sets their own work objectives.
• May lead and oversee teaching assistants, other staff, and/or volunteers.

• Previous experience as a Tennis Instructor/coach is required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in adapting to teach both children and adults of all ages and ability levels is essential.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of tennis techniques, strategies, and rules.
• Ability to create engaging and effective lesson programs and clinics.
• Ability to conduct individual participant skill evaluations.

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, the community and program…