Summer Tennis Instructor
About The Position
The Summer Camp Tennis Instructor at the University of Pennsylvania will play a vital role in the Penn Tennis Center camps, serving as an ambassador for the center while promoting both summer camp and fall programs. This position is designed for individuals who are passionate about tennis and enjoy working with children in a camp setting. The instructor will work closely with teaching professionals to assist students in developing and improving their tennis skills, focusing on court management and safety. The role also involves implementing game plans established by the teaching professionals, ensuring that campers have a safe and enjoyable experience. In addition to on-court responsibilities, the Summer Camp Tennis Instructor will assist with aftercare duties, which include checking in campers for aftercare and confirming that parents or guardians have signed out each camper. The instructor will supervise both on-court and off-court activities for all campers waiting for pick-up, ensuring a smooth transition for parents and children alike. The instructor will also assist tennis instructors in supervising campers during lunch and other off-court activities, contributing to a well-rounded camp experience. The role requires the instructor to help set up the camp for daily activities and clean up all equipment at the end of each day. This position is part-time, with a work schedule from Monday to Friday, typically from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with potential early drop-off and late pick-up responsibilities. The pay range for this position varies based on experience and qualifications, offering a competitive hourly rate
Requirements
- Participation in United States Tennis Association (USTA) junior tournaments or high school tennis experience.
- Teaching experience is preferred but not required.
- Current or former high school tennis players are eligible.
- Experience working with children is beneficial.
- Must be a self-starter with an energetic personality.
- Enjoy working with children.
Responsibilities
- Work with teaching professionals during Penn Tennis Center Summer Camp.
- Assist students in developing and improving various tennis skills.
- Focus on court management and safety.
- Implement game plans established by teaching professionals.
- Assist with aftercare duties, including checking in campers and confirming sign-outs.
- Supervise on and off-court activities for campers waiting for pick-up.
- Assist tennis instructors during lunch and other off-court activities.
- Help set up camp for daily activities and clean up equipment at the end of each day.
Benefits
- Health and Life: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare.
- Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
- Please note that benefit eligibility is determined/based on ACA guidelines.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
