Pickleball Instructor
About the role
Multnomah Athletic Club is more than Portland’s most legendary hub of sports and socializing. It’s like a small city unto itself. Where else can you find four restaurants, three pools, a climbing gym, state-of-the-art studios and fitness suite, a complex of racquet sport courts, massage offerings, a boutique, plus a grand ballroom and variety of events spaces all in one place? To say that every employee of MAC has room to move is an understatement almost as big as MAC’s 600,000 square feet of recreational possibilities. Want a career with a future? A campus worth exploring? A one-of-a-kind community on which you can have a direct impact? MAC is all of those things and more. As a Pickleball Instructor at the Multnomah Athletic Club (MAC), you will help athletes of all ages and skill levels achieve their individual pickleball goals in a safe, engaging, and supportive environment. You will provide high-quality instruction focused on skill development, game strategy, athletic growth, and a positive member experience. This role combines coaching expertise, relationship building, and a commitment to exceptional service while supporting the MAC mission and values.
Responsibilities
- Design and deliver individualized pickleball instruction and training programs based on athlete skill level, goals, experience, and physical considerations.
- Evaluate athlete performance and provide constructive coaching and feedback to promote continuous improvement.
- Teach pickleball fundamentals, advanced skills, tactics, and game strategy in both private and group lesson settings.
- Create a physically safe and emotionally supportive environment for all athletes.
- Partner with the Court Sports Manager to develop and deliver quality pickleball programming.
- Submit lesson billing accurately and on time.
- Respond professionally and effectively to member questions, comments, and concerns.
- Serve as a resource for members regarding pickleball programs, lessons, leagues, and club offerings.
- Maintain compliance with all club safety policies, SafeSport requirements, and operational procedures.
- Identify and report unsafe conditions, injuries, or incidents in a timely manner.
- Set up, monitor, and take down pickleball courts and equipment as needed.
- Participate in department meetings, staff trainings, and professional development opportunities.
- Stay current with pickleball rules, coaching techniques, industry trends, and best practices.
- Promote MAC's mission, values, and commitment to outstanding member service.
- Maintain regular, reliable attendance and support departmental operations as needed.
Requirements
- Ability to stand, move, coach, and demonstrate skills on court for extended periods.
- Ability to bend, twist, climb stairs, and regularly lift up to 20 pounds.
- Ability to use a computer, telephone, and related technology to communicate and complete administrative tasks.