Tennis Professional (PT)
About The Position
We are Tennis! The USTA (United States Tennis Association) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis and the leader in promoting and developing the sport’s growth on every level in the United States, from local communities to the crown jewel of the professional game, the US Open. Why Work for the USTA? We are a passionate team of staff and volunteers focused on growing the sport of tnenis and making it accessible to all. We are comitted to removing barriers and creating opportunities for ALL to participate. Don't know tennis? Don't worry, you can still find yourself in the game! The Role To teach tennis at the National Tennis Center, including all ages and levels of ability. Demonstrate playing techniques at the very highest levels of play Conduct playing and drilling lessons for all levels of competitive play Teach, train, and facilitate play with individuals and teams at all levels of ability Provide private instruction and clinics for players as assigned Assist with the organization and management of USTA events/tournaments (singles and doubles) as needed Implement and utilize player development systems of the Net Generation format when appropriate Promotion of the USTA via the dissemination of hospitality, friendliness and goodwill among members and guests. US Open duties as assigned
Requirements
- Strong on-court tennis skills required
- Ability to effectively communicate and teach tennis to all ages and levels.
- Utilize USTA Player Development Philosophy on court and off court
- Able to organize and manage R.O.G.Y. tennis formats for teaching tennis to juniors.
- Certification by USPTA and/or PTR organizations is required.
Responsibilities
- Teach tennis at the National Tennis Center, including all ages and levels of ability.
- Demonstrate playing techniques at the very highest levels of play
- Conduct playing and drilling lessons for all levels of competitive play
- Teach, train, and facilitate play with individuals and teams at all levels of ability
- Provide private instruction and clinics for players as assigned
- Assist with the organization and management of USTA events/tournaments (singles and doubles) as needed
- Implement and utilize player development systems of the Net Generation format when appropriate
- Promotion of the USTA via the dissemination of hospitality, friendliness and goodwill among members and guests.
- US Open duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
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