Position: Assistant Racquets Teaching Professional Wage Class: Non-exempt

Supervisor: Racquets Director Department: Racquets

Job Description: Rehoboth Beach Country Club is seeking an Assistant Tennis Professional to work the upcoming season (May through October). This position is ideal for a motivated, dynamic, and high-energy individual who thrives both on the court and in a retail environment. The Assistant Tennis Professional will play a key role in maintaining and growing the Club’s racquets program by delivering high-quality instruction, providing exceptional member service, and supporting pro shop operations. The ideal candidate will have collegiate playing experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for working with players of all ages and skill levels, including juniors and adult women’s programs.

Essential Functions

1. Provide private lessons, clinics, camps, and group instruction to members of all ages and skill levels.
2. Assist in the planning and execution of junior and adult tennis programming.
3. Collaborate with the Racquets Director to develop appropriate lesson plans and instructional strategies.
4. Work a minimum of 12 hours per week in the Pro Shop, including inventory management and sales using Jonas.
5. Provide exceptional member service by assisting with racquet selection, stringing, shoes, apparel, and general racquets needs.
6. String racquets and maintain stringing equipment.
7. Promote tennis programming, events, and participation within the membership.
8. Assist with racquets social events, tournaments, and outings.
9. Support daily court operations including maintenance such as sweeping courts, managing coolers, and trash removal.
10. Maintain a visible, engaging, and enthusiastic presence with members both on and off the court.
11. Ensure all activities are conducted in a safe and professional manner.
12. Perform all other duties as assigned by the Racquets Director.

Expectations

1. Arrive at least 10 minutes prior to all scheduled lessons, clinics, and programs.
2. Maintain a professional appearance and adhere to Club dress standards.
3. Demonstrate enthusiasm and engagement with members at all times.
4. Display a willingness to work with players of all ages and skill levels.
5. Maintain a flexible schedule, including availability on weekends and holidays.
6. Show initiative in assisting with pro shop operations and court maintenance.
7. Exhibit a strong desire to learn, grow, and develop as a teaching professional.

Environmental Demands

1. Work is primarily performed outdoors on tennis courts.
2. Exposure to extreme heat, humidity, and occasional cold or inclement weather.

Intellectual Demands

1. Collegiate playing experience preferred.
2. NTRP rating of 4.5 or higher required.
3. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
4. Ability to engage and instruct players of varying ages and abilities.
5. Knowledge of tennis fundamentals, drills, and match play strategies.
6. Prior teaching or coaching experience preferred.
7. Ability to work collaboratively and take direction from leadership.
8. Dependability, punctuality, and professionalism.
9. CPR and First Aid certification preferred.

Physical Demands

1. Extended periods of standing, walking, and on-court activity (5–8+ hours daily).
2. Frequent running, bending, twisting, and reaching.
3. Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally.

This job description does not reflect all of the physical, intellectual, and environmental demands of the position, including equipment. As such, we are not certifying that there may not be other physical, environmental, intellectual and/or equipment operation demands associated with this position.

The employer reserves the right to change and/or modify the job description based on operational needs, fiscal demands, and/or the individual performance of the respective employee. Furthermore, the Club employs all individuals at will and as such there is no guarantee or contract for any term or condition of employment.