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Denver Tennis Park
Adult Tennis Instructor
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What they do
An Adult Basic Education or Literacy Instructor works with adults, including young adults who are out of school, to improve literacy and strengthen basic skills in reading, writing and math. Helps students to learn English or gain a high school diploma or equivalent certificate. Assesses students' educational levels, skills and goals, and differentiates instruction as needed for adults at different levels in one class. May focus on basic skills as needed for a particular occupation, or assist students with developing study skills or job search skills, or help students connect with social services.
$58,493 / year median in Colorado
+0% projected growth
Job Description
Adult Tennis Instructor Denver Tennis Park Denver, CO Job Details Part-time $25 - $45 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Teamwork Sports and outdoor activities Sports coaching class instruction Employee relationship building Adult learning Adult education Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Position Summary The Adult Tennis Instructor delivers high-quality tennis instruction while promoting skill development, confidence, physical fitness, and lifelong enjoyment of the sport. This position creates engaging, inclusive, and appropriately challenging learning environments for adults of all ages, backgrounds, and ability levels. The Adult Tennis Instructor supports DTP's adult programming, including clinics, private and group lessons, leagues, drop-in programs, tournaments, and special events. Beyond technical instruction, the instructor builds meaningful relationships with participants, fosters a welcoming tennis community, and advances DTP's HEART values of Humility, Effort, Attitude, Respect, and Teamwork. Responsibilities Provide instruction to adults across a range of ages, skill levels, fitness levels, and learning styles, adapting instruction to meet individual needs and goals Execute and assist with lesson plans, adapting instruction to meet the goals and abilities of adult players. Facilitate programs (preps, setup, conduct, breakdown, evaluation) Help players identify their next opportunity at DTP supporting long-term participation Bring ideas for new adult offerings, formats, events, and experiences that respond to participant interests and tennis trends Clearly explains technique and strategy while providing constructive, encouraging feedback Support DTP's culture by fostering positive, collaborative, and professional relationships with fellow instructors and staff Other duties in support of the organization and its mission, if requested and as appropriate Important Candidate Characteristics Commitment to the DTP mission Integrity, character, and an exemplary work ethic Team-oriented, cooperative, collaborative, professional, and reliable Understands DTP's broader mission and represents the organization positively on and off the court Demonstrates punctuality, preparation, consistency, and strong follow-through Excellent and proactive relationship-builder and communicator Required Qualifications and Skills Minimum of five years' experience teaching/coaching Proven track record of orchestrating fun, engaging, safe and informative adult experiences Tennis playing experience CPR certified (within 60 days of hire) Safe Play certification Sexual Harassment Training (within 30 days) Mandatory Reporter Training (within first 30 days) Preferred Qualifications and Skills