Youth Tennis Lesson Instructor (Summer 2026)

Youth Tennis Instructor (Summer 2026)

Expected Start Date: May 2026

Details

• Part Time (Part-time/Temporary/Seasonal Status), non-exempt
• Starts at $14.00- $16.00/hour (depending on qualifications)
• Reports to Recreation Supervisor- Youth Sports and Community Programming and receives work direction from Tennis Coordinator.
• Located at various tennis courts and parks in Eden Prairie.
• Position runs May - August 2026, hours vary.

Responsibilities

The Youth Tennis Lesson Instructor position specializes in teaching tennis skills to youth ages five and older through summer instructional programs. The primary position responsibilities and areas of impact are:

• Establishes clear objectives for all lessons and communicates the objectives to participants; plans and instructs lessons through discussions, demonstrations, and class participation.
• Oversees all tennis lessons and ensures a safe, friendly, and enjoyable atmosphere for all participants.
• Observes and evaluates participant’s performance and lesson structure to ensure development and satisfaction of all participants.
• Has clean and friendly communication skills with parents
• Attends USTA Coaching workshop prior to start of the season

While these areas are the primary focus of this position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as a part of their role with the City.

Requirements

• Must be current or able to become current in CPR and First Aid certification prior to first day of programming.
• At least one (1) year prior tennis teaching experience preferred.
• This position requires the ability to lift/pull/push/move/carry up to 50 lbs, bend/stand/reach, and play tennis at a recreational level.
• Candidates must successfully complete and pass the City’s evaluation of the pre-employment process prior to their first day of employment. Pre-employment processes for this position includes professional reference checks, background check, work verification.

Skills

• Able to convey a message to get a point across. Communicates in a clear and concise manner. Able to write clearly and succinctly. Tailors message to a variety of communication settings and styles.
• Ability to perform and/or coordinate several activities, responsibilities, and tasks simultaneously in a polite and professional manner. Prioritizes what needs to get done. Keeps things neat and orderly. Utilizes tools for efficiency. Factors several considerations when planning. Establishes methods to ensure routine tasks are completed.
• Ability to tackle a problem by using logical, systematic, sequential approach. Makes a systematic comparison of two or more alternatives. Notices discrepancies and inconsistencies in available information. Identifies a set of features, parameters or considerations to take into account in analyzing a situation or making a decision.

 

City of Eden Prairie Values

We are a service organization. We take pride in what we do. We cultivate a supportive, encouraging and productive culture with a strong customer focus. We promote wellness and plan work/life balance into our goals. We value differences and foster inclusion. We achieve success by exhibiting our core values: collaboration, innovation, integrity, performance and relationships.

 

Application Process

To apply, please visit www.edenprairieMN.gov and click on the Jobs tab