Tennis Instructor

Salary: $9.73 Hourly
Location : Shelby, NC
Job Type: Seasonal
Department: Parks & Recreation
Division: Parks Seasonal
Opening Date: 02/18/2026
FLSA: Non-Exempt

General Description

Work is performed under the direction of the Recreation Program Supervisor and Tennis Supervisor. Performs physical work teaching and supervising patrons on tennis.
Essential Functions

• Supervise program participants;
  Implement tennis activities and provide instruction to participants on specific activities;
• Maintain equipment and facility in a clean and orderly manner;
  Assures the safety of patrons of all ages.
• Instructs patrons as relates to tennis center rules, regulations, and procedures;
  Communicate effectively with participants, parents, staff regarding rules, questions, and concerns;
• Prepares written and oral reports and performs related tasks as required;
• Comes in early If needed to help make sure water is out on tennis courts daily along with the tent if needed;
• Conducts first aid procedures as necessary;
  Follows City of Shelby safety, personnel, and administrative policies and procedures.

Typical Qualifications

Tennis experience and knowledge on teaching different drills/ activities for tennis lesson. CPR, AED and First Aid Certified.

Complete understanding and ability to follow written departmental policies;
Knowledge of the practices, methods, and policies used in summer tennis lesson operations;
Knowledge of state and local regulations relating to tennis;
Ability to direct and supervise patrons of all ages;
Ability to follow instructions from supervisors(s);
Ability to establish and maintain working relationship with city officials, supervisor(s), co-workers, tennis center patrons and guests, groups, agencies, and the general public.
Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This work requires stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pulling, grasping, feeling, lifting, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas and to communicate instructions accurately, loudly, or quickly by means of the spoken work. Hearing detailed information through oral communication and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for depth perception, peripheral vision, visual inspection involving small objects and observing general surroundings and activities;

the worker is subject to outside environmental conditions such as extreme heat.
This full-time position qualifies for benefits, which include;
Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, 401k and NC Retirement. Please visit the link below for details.