Assistant Pickleball Professional

Sea Colony Recreational
Bethany Beach, DE 19930, USA

Sea Colony Recreational, located in Bethany Beach, DE, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a part-time Assistant Pickleball Professional! We are seeking a motivated individual who is interested in contributing to a positive experience for our members and guests while continuing to grow their knowledge of pickleball operations. As an associate of Troon, you will contribute to a global leader in pickleball, golf and community management.

Seasonal (Position will last 6 months or less)

$15.00 per hour

Primarily working day and evening hours during the week. Some weekend hours may be necessary for special events and camps.

Sea Colony, located in Bethany Beach, Delaware, is a premier coastal community known for its exceptional amenities, private beach, and vibrant sense of community. Home to more than 2,200 residences, Sea Colony blends peaceful coastal living with active recreation for residents and guests of all ages. As the Premier Beach and Racquet Sports Community, Sea Colony delivers outstanding tennis and pickleball programs focused on quality instruction, inclusive play, and community connection.

With well-maintained courts, engaging programming, and a welcoming atmosphere, team members play a key role in shaping memorable racquet sports experiences for players of all ages and skill levels.

Sea Colony is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Assistant Pickleball Professional to join our racquets team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a world class racquet sports program, work with a supportive leadership team, and help shape one of the fastest-growing sports in the country. You will deliver the ultimate pickleball experience by providing the highest quality instruction and customer service.

This candidate will teach various pickleball programs to include adult and junior programs, lessons, special events and clinics.

Assist in delivering engaging and instructional pickleball programming for players of all ages and skill levels.

Lead group clinics, beginner lessons, drill sessions, and social round robins.

Provide private and semi-private lessons as requested.

Help organize and execute pickleball events, leagues, and tournaments.

Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and professional court culture aligned with community values.

Maintain cleanliness and safety standards on all pickleball courts and facilities.

Work collaboratively with the Director of Racquets to grow participation and elevate the member experience.

Assist with junior pickleball camps as needed.

Quickly and efficiently responds to members/homeowners/guest questions, comments, and concerns in a professional, tactful manner.

Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.

Regular and reliable attendance.

Performs other duties as required.

• Passion for pickleball and strong playing ability (4.0+ level preferred).
• Prior experience teaching or coaching pickleball, tennis, or similar racquet sports.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• High School diploma or GED
• Reliable, enthusiastic, and team oriented.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays based on programming needs.
• Certification through PPR or RSPA is a plus but not required.
• CPR/AED certification preferred (can be obtained after hiring).

Frequently stands, walks, uses hands, talks, hears, reaches with hands and arms, climbs, balances, stoops, kneels, crouches, or crawls.

Occasionally sits.

Regularly lifts up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifts up to 50 pounds

Frequently works in outdoor weather conditions. Indoor court environment as well. Noise level is moderate.