Tennis Pro Contractor

About the role

The YMCA of Metro Atlanta seeks a Tennis Professional to join our team. We are a leading non-profit organization dedicated to education, wellness, youth development, and community building.

Responsibilities

• Implement YMCA safety protocols and ensure member/staff adherence to safety protocols.
• Assist students in developing and improving various tennis skills.
• Assess students' tennis skills to identify areas needing improvement.
• Coordinate and conduct individual and group tennis lessons.
• Develop suitable training programs for students based on age, objectives, and individual skill sets.
• Create and manage curriculum for ALTA/USTA practices.
• Evaluate and place new members on ALTA/USTA teams to grow member involvement in tennis.
• Maintain tennis court facilities and equipment in accordance with Risk Management's policies.
• Schedule meetings with students' parents or guardians to discuss their progress.
• Attend students' tennis matches, competitions, and tournaments as required.
• Record and report schedules and rosters for adult tennis programming and assist with ensuring payments are collected.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Sports Management, or a related field is preferred.
• Proven experience working as a Tennis Professional or Instructor.
• Sound knowledge of various coaching techniques.
• CPR within 30 days of employment and must maintain the certification throughout employment.
• Certification through the United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) or Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) is advantageous.
• The ability to motivate students.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• A passion for tennis.