Pickleball Instructor - Mcfetridge Sports Center

**POSITION: Pickleball Instructor – P/T Hourly** **REPORTS TO: Tennis Coordinator** Legends Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities has an excellent and immediate opening for a Pickleball Instructor at the McFetridge Sports Center. The Pickleball Instructor is responsible for running open play sessions and drills/skills sessions at the McFetridge Sports Center. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES** Include the following - other duties may be assigned: * Instruct both group and private lessons with knowledge of the basic pickleball skills and terminology * Utilize available pickleball equipment to maximize the development of basic pickleball strokes in small and large group lessons. * Develop and grow the Pickleball program to meet the needs of the community * Notify Tennis Coordinator of any equipment repairs needed and maintenance of courts. * Provide a safe and fun environment that promotes enjoying the sport for exercise and fun. * Attract players and help build the program. **SKILLS REQUIRED** Position requires ability to: * Maintain an overall positive attitude with clients, patrons, staff members, and management * Excellent communication skills * Punctual, reliable, and flexible with hours. * Develop and teach lesson plans. * Remain flexible and adjust to situations as they occur. * Ability to maintain program model that has been implemented * Ensuring and following safety measures and regulations * Physical ability to stand for 4-6 hours at a time while on the court **HOURLY RATE RANGE:** $20.00-$25.50 **BENEFITS** * Paid Leave Accrual * Sick Time Accrual * 401(k) once eligibility is met **QUALIFICATIONS** Applicant should have 2-5 years previous pickleball instruction experience. The applicant must have the ability to teach fundamental pickleball skills to various skill levels. Applicant would have to be flexible with hours. PPR certification is required. Ability to run leagues and tournaments is preferred. **Only candidates that apply through our online system will be considered. Applicants that need reasonable accommodations to complete the application process may contact: 312-235-7148** Recruiter: Maggie Szot Contact: (312)235-7148 Soldier Field - ASM Global 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive Chicago, IL 60605 **Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.**