Tennis Professional

Lakeshore Sport & Fitness • Chicago, IL

3d • $20 - $45

About The Position

Lakeshore Sport & Fitness is seeking an energetic, skilled Tennis Professional to join its racquet sports team. The role teaches players of all ages and skill levels—from beginners to competitive adults—through private lessons, clinics, classes, and group programs. The position offers an opportunity to build a client base and grow as a coach within an engaged membership and active racquets community. It is suited to someone who enjoys teaching, connecting with players, and creating a fun, high-quality on-court experience.

Requirements

• Strong tennis playing and teaching background.
• Experience teaching juniors and adults across a range of skill levels.
• Excellent communication and coaching skills, with patience and energy on court.
• Professional, member-first approach and a strong sense of ownership.
• Availability that includes early mornings, evenings, and weekends based on member demand.

Nice To Haves

• USPTA or PTR certification, or willingness to obtain certification.
• Current CPR/AED certification.

Responsibilities

• Teach private and semi-private lessons to juniors and adults of all skill levels.
• Lead group clinics, classes, and junior and adult programs.
• Develop lesson plans and drills that build technique, strategy, and match play.
• Grow a client base by connecting with members and maintaining a visible presence at the club.
• Support leagues, round robins, tournaments, social events, and special events.
• Help members select lessons and programs that suit their goals.
• Collaborate with the racquet sports team on scheduling, programming, and member experience.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, and professional court environment.

Benefits

• Full-time team members: medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Full-time team members: short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Full-time team members: voluntary life insurance.
• Full-time team members: 401(k).
• Full-time team members: paid time off (PTO).
• Full-time team members: complimentary family membership, childcare for team members’ children, and 50% off club services.
• Part-time team members: 401(k), subject to eligibility requirements.
• Part-time team members: paid leave under the Chicago Paid Leave Ordinance.
• Part-time team members: complimentary club membership, childcare for team members’ children, and 50% off club services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed