Tennis Apprentice pro

Life Time Inc.•Wilmette, IL

26d

About The Position

Learn various aspects of the tennis pro role without being USPTA or PTR certified, with the intention of growing professionally and eventually earning certification. Teach private and group tennis lessons and successfully implement Life Time's Play Learn Love, and SMART (Juniors) methodology. Embrace and execute student centered learning and rally based teaching. Grow your book and revenue to meet and exceed personal and department financial goals. Demonstrate member centric customer service to encourage repeat business and referrals.

Requirements

High School Graduate or Equivalent
CPR and AED Certified within 30 days of hire
Excellent customer service skills, friendly, outgoing, and positive attitude
Thorough knowledge of the game of tennis and possesses effective teaching styles and techniques
Excellent communication, time management, and organization skills
Comfortable working with all age groups and building positive relationships with members and team members
Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, climb and lift up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Responsibilities

Monitors, demonstrates, and instructs students during tennis lessons on proper techniques, tactics and strategies to improve their overall tennis game
Develops safe, professional, and comprehensive tennis lessons and programs to ensure students develop along a pathway that will encourage continued involvement and a positive Net Promoter Score
Creates exceptional member experiences by involving members with programs, tournaments and special events, fully utilizing available marketing support and tools, and ensures all tennis facilities and equipment are clean, organized and in good working condition
Participates in the system wide sales effort with Membership Advisors and Member Activities, ensuring tennis is an integral component of the Life Time brand.
Attends department and "all club" meetings

Benefits

All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:
A fully subsidized membership
Discounts on Life Time products and services
401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older)
Training and professional development
Paid sick leave where required by law
Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including:
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Short term and long term disability insurance
Life insurance
Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans
Parental leave and adoption assistance
Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave
Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold