Who We Are
We are Tennis! The USTA (United States Tennis Association) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis and the leader in promoting and developing the sport’s growth on every level in the United States, from local communities to the crown jewel of the professional game, the US Open. USTA Hawaii Pacific is looking for an Assistant Teaching Professional (full-time) to assist with its mission to promote and develop the growth of tennis.
Why Work for the USTA?
We are a passionate team of staff and volunteers focused on growing the sport of tennis and making it accessible to all. We are committed to removing barriers and creating opportunities for ALL to participate. Don’t know tennis? Don't worry, you can still find yourself in the game!
Primary Responsibilities:
- Provide tennis instruction at the Hawaii Prince Tennis Club and cover days off for the head Teaching Professional.
- Assist with the online payment program.
- Keep the tennis facility safe and in good repair.
- Inventory equipment and supplies.
Essential Duties:
- Provide tennis instruction at the Hawaii Prince Tennis Club and for the Play & Learn Tennis program.
- Provide private, semi-private, and group tennis lessons.
- Safely provide tennis instruction.
- Be properly groomed and dressed.
- Act in a professional and customer service-oriented manner
Other Duties:
- Handle communications with students to include rainouts, cancellations, and other questions they may have.
- Maintain recommended class sizes.
- Have students complete a class evaluation and have them sent to the USTA HPS office.
- Do not teach on public tennis courts without a permit.
- Communicate and coordinate repair and maintenance with the Executive Director, Ron Romano Working Conditions: Outdoors on the tennis court
Who are you
- Preferred USPTA or PTR certified tennis instructor at a Development Coach level or higher
- Good computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to communicate by email and access class roster through internal system
- Ability to teach group tennis lessons outdoors.
- Must be able to commute to tennis club and be punctual
- Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills. Daily communication with staff and frequent communication with the Executive Director and Director of Community Tennis. Requires contacts and good rapport with the community.
- Strive for excellent customer service.
- Be a team play and work collaboratively with everyone.
- Knowledge of tennis. Tennis playing experience at an NTRP level of 4.5 or higher.
- High School degree required, and college preferred.
What we offer
As an employer, the USTA Hawaii Pacific offers a vibrant work environment. We offer a comprehensive benefits package crafted to meet the needs of a diverse workforce! Full health, dental, and disability insurance, voluntary benefits, paid holidays, and a PTO package.