Tennis Teaching Professional

Who We Are

We are Tennis! The United States Tennis Association (USTA) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis and the recognized leader in promoting and developing the sport’s growth on every level in the U.S. The Hawaii Pacific Section is one of 17 geographic Sections of the USTA. Incorporated in 1973, the Hawaii Pacific Section embraces over 7,800 individual members and 109 organizational members in Hawaii, American Samoa, Guam, and the Northern Marianas. In addition, the Hawaii Pacific Section is further comprised of four Community Tennis Organizations: Kauai, Maui, East Hawaii & West Hawaii. The Hawaii Pacific Section is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to carrying out the goals of the national association within its region, particularly with respect to promoting tennis opportunities for juniors and adults of all abilities and all cultural backgrounds.

Why Work for the USTA?

We are a passionate team of staff and volunteers focused on growing the sport of tennis and making it accessible to all. We are committed to removing barriers and creating opportunities for ALL to participate.

The Role

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide tennis instruction for the Play and Learn program.
• Mobile teaching professional at more than one park site.
• Conduct tennis lessons based on the schedule provided by the Community Tennis Director

Essential Duties

• Have the ability to teach all ages and abilities
• Provide private, semi-private, and group tennis lessons.
• Facilitate instruction in a positive and safe environment
• Be properly groomed and dressed.
• Conduct lessons in a professional and customer service-oriented manner
• Daily communication with staff and frequent communication with the Executive Director and Director of Community Tennis.

Other Duties

• Handle communications with students to include rainouts, cancellations, and other questions they may have.
• Have the ability to maintain, retain and grow the student base.
• Attend training for professional development.
• Do not teach on public tennis courts without a permit.

Who You Are

• High School degree required, and college preferred.
• Proficient computer skills required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to play tennis at an NTRP level of 4.5 or higher.
• Ability to teach group tennis lessons outdoors.
• Preferred USTA Coaching, RSPA or PTR certified tennis instructor at a Development Coach level or higher
• Transportation is required, and you must be willing to travel to different locations.
• Requires contacts and good rapport with the community.

What We Offer

At the USTA, we know people are our most important asset. For this reason, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of a diverse workforce!

• Comprehensive benefits designed to meet your unique needs: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, access to doctors virtually, a flexible spending account to manage your health and dependent care expenses, and life and disability insurance are a small part of our offerings.
• Time to recharge and energize: Generous paid time off policy - including vacation, sick, personal, paid holidays, parental leave, and more
• Plan for your future financially and professionally: 401(k) with employer matching (up to 3%), promotional and growth opportunities, Learning and Development programs to learn on the job, and up to $5,000 for tuition reimbursement, per academic year.
• Mental and emotional wellness: Resources for overall well-being including mental health and meditation benefits.
• Other cool perks: A personalized health management program, pet insurance, commuter benefits, identity theft protection, discounts with our network of partners, and fun events are just a few of the optional benefits available.

The base salary for this position consists of a $1,000/month base salary, plus lesson income, offering great earning potential! This range does not include any additional pay or benefits for which a person may qualify. The actual base salary offered is determined by several variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, the years of relevant experience, their unique skills, and the location from which they will be performing the job.

Come One, Come All

We strongly encourage you to apply if you’re interested; we'd love to learn how you can “serve” our team with your unique experience!

USTA is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals, regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, family status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.