NTC Tennis Professional

USTA National Tennis Center•Queens, NY

7d•$70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Tennis Teaching Professional delivers high-quality tennis instruction to players of all ages, abilities, and competitive levels at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center (NTC). The role emphasizes player development, excellent on-court instruction, and customer service, while representing the NTC and USTA. The professional applies R.O.G.Y. (Red, Orange, Green, Yellow), Net Generation, and USTA Player Development methodologies. Work consists primarily of private and group tennis instruction, with limited administrative responsibilities. The role is full-time, hourly, and non-exempt, with an expected income of $70,000 to $90,000 ($40.00–$50.00 per hour). Full-time professionals are expected to work at least 35 hours per week. Evening, weekend, and special-event work, including during the US Open, may be required.

Requirements

Demonstrated advanced tennis playing ability and strong technical knowledge of the game.
Proven experience teaching tennis to juniors and adults across a broad range of skill levels.
Experience coaching high-performance and competitive junior players.
Strong understanding of USTA Player Development principles and their application on and off the court.
Experience implementing R.O.G.Y. tennis formats and age-appropriate junior development programs.
Current certification through the Racquet Sports Professionals Association (RSPA, formerly USPTA) and/or Professional Tennis Registry (PTR).
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
Ability to organize, lead, and adapt individual and group instruction to varying player needs.
Professionalism, reliability, and commitment to maintaining a positive learning environment.
Ability to work collaboratively with teaching professionals, program coordinators, and NTC staff.
Ability to work at least 35 hours per week; evening, weekend, and special-event availability, including for the US Open, may be required.

Responsibilities

Deliver engaging tennis instruction to players of all ages, abilities, and competitive levels.
Demonstrate tennis techniques, stroke mechanics, tactical strategies, and competitive drills.
Lead junior programs across the NTC’s 10U, 10–14, and 14–18 pathways.
Conduct adult programs across the NTC’s four pathways, from beginner through advanced levels.
Provide individual and group instruction, including private lessons, clinics, and team training.
Develop and execute drills, lesson plans, and training sessions suited to players’ abilities and development goals.
Apply NTC teaching methodologies, including established junior lesson plans, adult instructional themes, and USTA Player Development principles.
Implement and manage R.O.G.Y. formats to support age-appropriate junior development.
Assist with planning and execution of USTA tournaments, leagues, clinics, and seasonal events.
Collaborate with NTC staff to support a consistent, high-quality experience across instructional programs.
Pursue continuing education and professional development, and stay current with industry best practices and player development methods.
Represent the NTC and USTA professionally and foster a welcoming, inclusive environment.
Build relationships with players, parents, members, and guests through effective communication and customer service.
Promote NTC programs and services and encourage participation, retention, and continued development.
Complete lesson-related administrative work, including scheduling coordination, player follow-up, and program communication.
Support assigned operational responsibilities during the US Open.
Perform other duties as assigned.