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Posted Job Title

Summer Camp Tennis Instructor

Job Profile Title

Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt

Job Description Summary

Summer Tennis Instructor will work during the Penn Tennis Center camps. Serve as ambassador for Penn Tennis Center through promotion of summer camp and fall programs.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Working with teaching professionals during Penn Tennis Center Summer Camp. Assisting students in developing and improving various tennis skills. Focusing on court management, safety, and working to implement game plans established by teaching professionals.

• Assist with aftercare duties following summer camp. This includes but is not limited to checking in campers for aftercare and confirming that parents/guardian have signed out each camper. Summer instructor will supervise on and off court activities for all campers waiting for pick up .

• Assist tennis instructors supervise campers during lunch and other off court activities

• Assist tennis instructors with setting up camp for daily activities and clean up of all equipment at the end of each day.

Qualifications:

Participated in United States Tennis Association (USTA) junior tournaments and/or played high school tennis. Teaching experience is preferred but not a requirement. Current and former high school tennis players are also eligible and/or individuals that have had experience working with children. Must be a self-starter, an energetic personality, and enjoy working with children.

The work schedule will be Monday through Friday 9:00am-3:00pm. Summer Tennis Instructors may be required to arrive for an early drop off 8:00am and/or stay for late pick-up from 3:00-6:00pm.

Pay Range from $15 - $55/hour

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Division of Recreation & Intercollegiate Athletics

Pay Range

$7.25 - $25.00 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

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