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Pickleball Instructor
4 weeks ago
Carpentersville, United States
Dundee Township Parks District
Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: Depending on QualificationsPickleball Instructor
Department: Recreation Part-Time: Hourly - Non-exempt
Position Description
The Pickleball Instructor is responsible for the supervision and specific instruction of pickleball and providing a safe and fun learning environment for children and adults. This is an at-will position. Reports to Full-Time Recreation Manager.
Essential Responsibilities
- Organize and prepare lesson plans in a fun and creative manner.
- Lead and teach participants in pickleball recreation programs.
- Prepare and submit program related reports, including attendance.
- Should be professional, courteous and friendly to parents, children, supervisor and other staff members. Should possess enthusiasm toward teaching.
- Regularly monitor all pickleball equipment and report any equipment needs to the Recreation Manager.
- Must be punctual and dependable
- Gain knowledge and understanding of Park District policies and procedures and see that they are adhered to at all times.
- Attend district-wide part-time staff orientations, crisis trainings and office staff trainings as directed.
- Comply with the District’s Dress Code by coming to work in clean, presentable clothing and wearing an employee name tag.
- Observe and follow all Park District safety policies and regulations. The safety of staff and participants is a continuing responsibility of all employees.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Communication & Customer Service
- Develops and maintains positive and effective working relationship with coworkers and to promote and maintain high morale and enthusiasm.
- Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.
- Communicates matters of importance in a timely manner.
- Makes recommendations to management for improvements and efficiencies.
- Employee represents the Dundee Township Park District in a professional manner.
Safety & Risk Management
- Maintains a working knowledge of all general agency and department‑specific safety rules.
- Uses material handling equipment or staff assistance when lifting and/or moving objects 50 pounds or heavier.
- Reports any work-related injuries to supervisor promptly.
- Attends required safety program and in‑service education meetings.
- Corrects unsafe conditions, if possible, alerts co-workers to potential unsafe conditions and/or reports them to supervisor.
- Instructs co-workers, when necessary on safety procedures or precautions.
Qualifications
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Minimum one-year pervious teaching/coaching experience.
- Knowledge of pickleball and skills, and basic knowledge of pickleball equipment.
- The ability to prioritize and work independently is necessary.
- Requires strong people and customer service skills.
- The ability to communicate effectively with staff and the public.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Good physical condition, sufficient strength, and mobility required.
- Mechanical aptitude required, including the use of tools, equipment, and machinery.
- Knowledge and skills in technology, or the ability to learn.
- Reading, writing, speaking and understanding English language.
- Possess good problem solving skills and has capacity to act rationally and calmly in high stress and/or emergency situations.
- Ability to work a varied schedule including some nights and weekends as required.
- Ability to pay meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to execute the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Hours Standards
- This is a part time seasonal position.
- Work hours are dependent on events or activities, but may include evenings and weekends.