Tennis Instructor (Part Time)
About The Position
Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively impacts the lives of children in your community. At the Summit Area YMCA, our sports programs help youth build confidence, learn new skills, and develop a lifelong love of physical activity. The Summit Area YMCA is seeking an enthusiastic and dependable Tennis Instructor to lead youth tennis classes at our Berkeley Heights YMCA. This position supports a seasonal tennis program beginning in the spring (May–June), taking a break over the summer, and restarting in the fall. Classes are scheduled one weekday afternoon from 4:00–6:00 PM and Saturdays from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM. You May Be the Right Fit If You… Enjoy working with children and creating a positive, encouraging learning environment Have experience playing, coaching, or teaching tennis (youth instruction preferred) Are comfortable leading group instruction and adapting lessons for varying skill levels Bring energy, patience, and enthusiasm to every class Believe sports should be fun, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate Are dependable and able to commit to a consistent schedule Take safety, supervision, and child well-being seriously Want to make a meaningful impact in a mission-driven organization
Requirements
- Experience teaching, coaching, or playing the tennis
- Experience working with children in a structured setting (sports programs, camps, schools, recreation programs, etc.).
- Ability to teach fundamental skills and concepts to youth of varying ages and skill levels.
- Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to actively supervise groups of children and maintain a safe environment.
- Enthusiastic, patient, and positive demeanor.
- Ability to follow established safety guidelines and program procedures.
- Valid CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, or ability to obtain within 3 months.
Responsibilities
- Lead youth tennis classes in a safe, fun, and age-appropriate environment
- Teach tennis fundamentals including strokes, footwork, rules, and sportsmanship
- Plan and deliver structured, engaging lessons that support skill development and confidence
- Actively supervise participants at all times to ensure safety and positive behavior
- Promote teamwork, respect, cooperation, and fair play
- Use positive reinforcement and redirection to manage participant behavior
- Follow YMCA supervision, safety, and child protection standards at all times
- Set up, use, store, and maintain tennis equipment and program spaces
- Take accurate attendance and complete required rosters and documentation
- Communicate professionally with parents/guardians, participants, and YMCA staff
- Report injuries, incidents, or concerns promptly to the Sports Director
- Attend required staff meetings and trainings
- Model YMCA values, professionalism, and enthusiasm throughout each class
Benefits
- This position is part time with an opportunity to work up to 25 hours each week.
- The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $22.00/hour, but is based on experience.
- The Summit Area YMCA offers generous employee benefits.
- Part-time benefits include a free YMCA membership, discounts on Y family membership, and an 12% contribution to the YMCA retirement plan upon eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
