Tennis Instructor

OVERVIEW:The position of Tennis Instructor – Independent Contractor is responsible for planning, instructing, implementing, and evaluating program outcomes for the Challengers Tennis Academy program. In addition, the position also provides supervision promotes engagement of club members, and ensures a safe and supportive environment for club members by promoting positive relationships. This is a part-time independent contractor / 1099 position working 10 hours per week.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
General:

• Creates an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes. Promotes and stimulates program participation. Orients new members' programs, special events, and opportunities as well as club safety, program, and disciplinary rules. 
• Provides guidance and role modeling to members. 
• Provides beginner through advanced instruction.
• Performs racquet stringing. 
• May participate in training / educational opportunities to expand knowledge and skills. Additional duties as assigned.

Programs:

• Instructs, implements, monitors, and evaluates programs, services, and activities for members. 
• Develops and posts weekly and monthly program plans. 
• Monitors and evaluates programs, services, and activities to ensure the safety of members and the quality of programs. 
• Recognizes club members for program participation and achievement. 
• Maintains records to track attendance and participation. 
• Recommends development of new programs/enhancement of existing programming. 

Requirements:EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE, LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION
Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Combined experience and/or formal training equivalent to a minimum of two years
• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills.
• Ability to navigate technology: iPad/laptop.
• Hold a valid driver’s license and pass a motor vehicle driving record check.
• Pass a criminal background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a course of higher education or have received a degree from an accredited post-secondary educational institution.
• College tennis experience is strongly preferred.
• 1-2 years or more of tennis teaching experience
• CPR and First Aid Certifications 
• Commitment to be USPTA and/or PTR certified.
• Prior experience working in a Boys & Girls Club.
• MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK WEEKDAY AFTERNOONS
• Must have availability for up to 7 hours per week, (typically 1.5 hours per day)
• Classes are one hour long (plus 15 minutes before/after class)
• Start times vary depending on the weekday

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY and SKILLS

• Knowledge of subject matter within core areas and youth development in general. 
• Understanding of the fundamentals and development of gross motor skills.
• Skilled in creative planning, instructing, and implementing of quality youth programs, organizational /and project management, and working toward positive outcomes.
• Ability to deal effectively with members, including disciplinary issues. 
• Demonstrated ability in relationship building and working with young people and parents. 
• Ability to demonstrate a professional manner in all interactions, able to facilitate a diverse group of youth effectively, and to organize time well and focus on completing assigned tasks with minimal supervision.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS:The physical demands and characteristics of the work environment described here are representative of those occurring in the performance of the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Additionally, reaching with hands and arms; climbing or balancing; stooping, kneeling, running, bending, crouching, or crawling; frequent interruptions via in-person contact, phone calls, and email are expected. Occasional travel may be required to support club transportation needs within BGCMLA-provided vehicles. Physical exertion may be required to lift supplies and equipment. 
Frequently works in outdoor weather conditions, but occasionally indoors in the clubhouse or other club facilities.
Work is performed mainly during club hours; however, the incumbent may be required to attend meetings or agency events outside regular office hours. 
BGCMLA is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, or sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, or state.

About Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles:

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles (BGCMLA) is a scalable and sustainable solution to reversing the opportunity crises facing some of the most vulnerable youth in marginalized neighborhoods of Los Angeles. BGCMLA is designed to increase programmatic offerings and to serve a more significant number of youth in the areas of Metro Los Angeles. Our mission is to create a safe space that empowers all Club members to Learn, Explore, Achieve, and Dream (L.E.A.D.). We fulfill our mission by offering nationally recognized, research-based programs and activities in three core areas: Academic Success, Good Character and Citizenship, and Healthy Lifestyles. We believe in empowering youth to explore a future with endless possibilities by offering creative programs, such as new approaches to science, technology, engineering, math (STEM), sports and recreation, music, and the arts created in collaboration with our community partners. Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles is a safe, stable place that ensures physical and emotional safety for all youth we serve. Click here for more information regarding Club safety.The individual Clubs which presently make up BGCMLA have a deep history of impact in the most vulnerable areas of Los Angeles County. Our collaboration of Clubs includes the following Boys & Girls Clubs: Challengers, Watts/Willowbrook, Bell Gardens, and Venice. We are also provide youth programming on school sites throughout Los Angeles, for more about our service locations, please visit vgcmla.org. At BGCMLA, we are wholly committed to maximizing our Clubs’ potential to serve more kids more often and to build strong, sustainable organizations.

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