Tennis Professional
Tennis Center in San Diego, California is looking for a Tennis Professional.

Position Overview:
San Diego Tennis Center (SDTC) is seeking an experienced and passionate Tennis Professional to join our coaching team. This role focuses on providing high-quality instruction for junior and adult players while supporting long-term player development from Red Ball through competitive levels. Coaches are expected to be positive role models and help create a welcoming, player-first environment.

Responsibilities • Consistently arrive on location on time and prepared to teach • Commit to the full school-year calendar (September–May) plus a 4-week summer camp in June/July • Typical weekly schedule: Monday–Friday 3:00pm–7:00pm and Saturday 9:00am–1:00pm • Provide quality tennis instruction for junior and adult clinics and private lessons (ages 5–adult) • Act as a role model to enhance players’ self-worth and self-esteem • Positively represent SDTC in demeanor, attitude, and professionalism at all times • Promote tennis programming to parents, students, and club members • Help create a welcoming atmosphere and sense of belonging for all players • Typical workload includes afternoons, evenings, and Saturday mornings, up to 35 hours per week.

Qualifications & Experience • Passionate about competitive tennis and developing players on and off the court • Strong on-court presence with understanding of modern tennis fundamentals and development progressions (Red Ball to collegiate pathway) • Minimum 1,500 hours of coaching experience in private lessons and group classes • Experience working with children ages 5–6 in a group setting is required • Punctual, professional, positive, and dependable with a strong work ethic • Team player with a friendly attitude and high motivation • Two to three years of competitive playing experience and/or tennis supervisory experience • Collegiate team experience desirable, preferably 5.0 level or above • Ability to adjust lessons quickly using nonverbal cues • Genuine interest in helping grassroots players learn the game • Professional and mature demeanor with people of all backgrounds • Knowledge of and ability to enforce club tennis rules and policies • Willingness to follow the SDTC coaching handbook • Physical stamina to coach outdoors in hot and humid conditions for extended periods
Certifications & Requirements • USPTA or PTR certification required, or willingness to obtain certification ASAP • Must clear DOJ/FBI background check and USTA Safe Play requirements.

Compensation & Benefits • $40–$45/hr for clinics, commensurate with experience • $60/hr for private lessons • 15–30 hours of set clinics per week plus private lesson bonus opportunities • Annual USPTA/PTR dues provided by SDTC • Daily access to private courts for training • Generous time off including Winter Break (3–4 weeks), Spring Break, and Summer Break (July/August, 4 weeks) • Employee discount • Flexible scheduling within program needs

How to apply:
Please send your resume to the email provided.

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