Summary
Under the direction of the Head Tennis Professional, the Pickleball Teaching Professional is responsible for teaching Pickleball lessons and performing assigned administrative duties in a positive manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Include, but not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Teaching Lessons
• Teach private and group lessons as assigned in accordance with Park District policies.
• Effectively communicate and demonstrate proper techniques, such as grip, stroke production, serve, footwork and rules.
• Conduct instruction in accordance with the Club’s standardized methods and strategies.
• Perform necessary administrative tasks, such as attendance taking, returning messages, and general correspondence with patrons and co-workers.
• Discretely work through differences with fellow teaching professionals so as not to create distractions on the court or in front of clientele.
• Arrive in time to start lessons punctually and allow enough time to fully complete the lesson and cleanup as scheduled.
Administration and Budget
• Complete timesheet daily by accurately inputting privates/groups/drop-in and administrative hours.
• Secure substitute teaching professionals when unable to fulfill commitments.
• Keep accurate attendance records and update master list at Front Desk.
• Maintain a neat and clean facility, including ball pickup and proper equipment storage after every shift.
• Maintain list of client names for private lessons.
• Participate in periodic staff meetings and professional development training.
Communication
• Keep administrative staff apprised of any key issues, class assignment changes, and other significant developments in a timely fashion.
• Solicit feedback and actively listen to others.
• Make recommendations for improvements and efficiencies.
Service
• Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.
Safety
• Conduct all work in a safe manner, including using personal protective equipment and safety devices as required. Identify and report any safety hazards.
• Attend all Park District required training (Bloodborne Pathogens, Back Safety, Fire & Emergency, etc.).
Perform other Park District Duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
