Pickleball Instructor - Seasonal

Highlands Ranch•Highlands Ranch, CO

About The Position

Join our awesome team at the Highlands Ranch Metro District as a Pickleball Instructor! If you’re passionate about the game and love sharing your skills, this is the perfect gig for you. You'll get to lead fun and engaging clinics for both youth and adults, helping players level up from beginners to intermediate and advanced. Plus, you’ll have the freedom to develop lesson plans that keep the game exciting! We’re looking for energetic team players who are 18 or older, have a high school diploma or GED, and are reliable and ready to have fun on the court. Our seasonal positions are a blast and make a real impact in keeping Highlands Ranch a top-notch place for parks and recreation. So, grab your paddle and apply today! 🏓

Requirements

18 years of age or older.
High School diploma or GED equivalent.
Less than one year of practical experience in athletics, recreation, physical education, or related field.
Practical experience in athletics, recreation, physical education, or related field.
Knowledge of officiating, sports, and recreation.
Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment.
Current CPR and First Aid certification.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, officials, coaches, volunteers, participants, and the public.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Must have an in-depth knowledge of Pickleball and a desire to teach the game to all ages and abilities.
Represent the District in a professional manner, exemplifying integrity and excellence always.
Must be able to work evenings and weekends.
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a pickleball instructor is preferred.
Pickleball instructor certification is preferred or the ability to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

Teaching youth and adults the basics to intermediate/advance skills of pickleball.
Development of lesson plans
Supervise and control conduct at program sites in a safe and professional manner.
Attend all program dates as scheduled.
Assist in the recommendation and evaluation of improvements to programs that will provide maximum enjoyment for all the participants.
Provide excellent customer service.
Preps fields or program area for play if necessary.
Is visible and available to staff, coaches, participants, and fans to answer questions.
Listens to concerns, resolves problems, and corrects inappropriate behavior. Communicate any issues to Field Supervisor and/or Recreation Coordinator.
Assists with ensuring the safety of participants, maintains discipline, makes weather-based decisions, and assists with handling complaints from the public.
Performs first aid as required, depending on training and certification.
Complies with District and department rules and regulations, policies, and procedures.
Submit any accident or reports immediately to Recreation Coordinator on District provided forms.