Job Posting
Reports to: John McGinty, Director of Education
Job Category: Part-time, non-exempt
Summary:
Legacy Youth Tennis and Education (formerly Arthur Ashe Youth Tennis and Education), a long-standing nonprofit organization in the region, is in search of experienced, fun and energetic part-time Tennis Instructors for our afterschool programs in Chester, PA. Tennis Instructors must bring a high level of competency and motivation to work in a recreational tennis environment. More importantly, candidates must share a passion for young people.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Support Head Coach in the delivery of all elements of the program including tennis instruction and education curriculum
- Develop appropriate and supportive relationships with all participants
- Actively, productively and continuously involve all participants in the program
- Promptly resolve all disciplinary issues
- Identify opportunities to continuously improve the program, and incorporate feedback from your Supervisor
- Maintain a safe atmosphere and constant supervision of participants at all times
- Complete program administrative duties and maintain equipment
- Participate in evaluations of programs and participants as needed
- Some college preferred
- 2+ years of tennis coaching experience or competitive tennis play required
- Certification with PTR or USPTA preferred
- Ability to teach the fundamentals of tennis
- Experience working with youth in a recreational setting preferred
- Ability to manage groups efficiently and effectively
- Ability to be a positive role model to participants
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication and customer service skills
- Proven ability to solve problems, work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
- Demonstrated reliability, maturity and responsibility
- Willingness to follow directions and learn
- Comfort and experience in working in diverse communities
- Impeccable integrity
- Valid driver’s license and access to a car strongly preferred
Hours and Compensation:
Program runs 4/1/13-6/21/13. Positions available for one to four afternoons per week (2-8 hours), depending on candidate’s availability. Compensation ranges from $10.00/hour to $15.00/hour depending on candidate’s experience. Some positions may roll into summer positions.
How to Apply:
Send your resume and cover letter including tennis qualifications and availability to Christine Matulewicz atchristine@LegacyYTE.org. Positions will be filled in March for a start date of 4/1/13.
daniel gordy,would be a great instructor
ReplyDeleteWhy wouldn't I report to the deputy director of recreation? This is recreation from the city correct? Is Dwayne not qualified enough to supervise this program?
ReplyDeleteare you qualifiled was wanda mann this is a good thing for young people
ReplyDeleteYes I am qualified i see you dont use spell check. I have played tennis for 15 years, born and raised in the city and I played in college. My career will not allow me to take on this part time job. Dont know Wanda Manns qualifications but I I know Dwayne and Darrell Jones are a JOKE as recreation supervisors. I will report to the education director.
Deletedarrell jones is not recreation supervisor he is parks so get your facts right you nut ... ...... this is a outside group helping city out
ReplyDeletethids is for young people ok 4/1/13 1209pm
Now I am a nut *** nigga. Just like SOME of our people resort to name calling when they cant articulate anything else.
Deleteyo 4/3/123 you called your self that you could still help out if you really had 15 years call and talk with c liz williams
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