Part-Time Tennis Instructor, Recreational Sports

Students eligible for Federal Work-Study are encouraged to apply.

About the role

Part-Time Tennis Instructors play a key role in supporting healthy lifestyles and building community through movement. This position offers a great opportunity to stay active, develop leadership and communication skills, and become part of a supportive campus community. A person in this role will also gain valuable experience in customer service, group facilitation, logistical thinking, problem solving, and time management skills that are transferable to any future career.

Recreational Sports is part of the Office of Student Life, which is dedicated to supporting students' health, safety, and success throughout their IU experience. The Recreational Sports mission is to connect, inform, and inspire individuals to lead active, healthy lifestyles. Serving over 36,000 students, faculty, staff, and community members annually, we offer a wide variety of programs across 2 multipurpose facilities, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, adventure spaces, and more. Our team includes 46 professional staff and over 800 student employees. At Recreational Sports, we believe in creating exceptional experiences through genuine connection and welcoming opportunities. Student employees play a vital role in shaping our programs and are encouraged to grow through leadership and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Guides players of all ages and skill levels to develop their skills through fun, hands-on sessions and clinics using the prescribed curriculum that is aligned with program standards.
• Shares your passion for tennis, learn and grow your skills while working with our certified tennis teaching professionals.
• Teaches tennis lessons in private, semi-private, and group formats for all skill levels.
• Collaborates with the Director of Tennis to ensure instructional consistency and technique refinement.
• Promotes tennis programs and events through community outreach and engagement.
• Assists with facility operations and uphold IURSTC-specific policies and procedures.
• Delivers high-quality instruction by providing safe, effective, and engaging sessions tailored to participant needs, whether in group formats, 1-on-1 training, or sport-specific lessons.
• Arrives early to sessions, set up appropriately, and begin and end on time to ensure a professional and organized experience.
• Responds promptly to emails and client assignments, submit required reports, and maintain open communication with supervisors and team members.
• Participates in staff development by attending required meetings, trainings, workshops, and performance reviews to stay informed and aligned with departmental standards.
• Follows all Campus Recreational Sports guidelines, including safety protocols, risk management procedures, and role-specific manuals or playbooks.
• Exhibits consistent punctuality, accountability, and respectful conduct in all interactions and responsibilities.
• Fosters a welcoming atmosphere that encourages participant engagement, skill development, and enjoyment across all instructional settings.

Requirements

• General knowledge at the high school level (some college preferred).
• Minimum National Tennis Rating Program (NTRP) rating of 4.0.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to engage individuals.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a customer-focused attitude.
• Ability to collaborate and contribute in a team-oriented environment.
• Service-oriented and dependable.
• Willingness to take on new challenges.
• Ability to create a positive and motivating environment.
• Frequently moving about the workspace; working both indoors and outdoors.
• Ability to move up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Skills

The role supports National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Competencies, with emphasis on those most relevant to the position:

• Career and Self-Development
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Leadership
• Professionalism
• Teamwork
• Technology

These are transferable workforce skills you can add to your resume and use in any career path.

Pay

$14.90 per hour

Schedule

• 10 hours per week, with flexible schedules depending on availability.
• No position should exceed 29 hours per week across all campus positions.
• Early morning, evening, and weekend shifts may be required.

This is an in-person position located at the following campus recreation facilities:

• IU Tennis Center
• Outdoor Tennis Courts

Benefits

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance.
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions.
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU.
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting.
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options.
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses.
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year.
• Generous paid time off plans.
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.