Assistant Racquet Sports Professional

Racquet Sports Instructor

Abilene Country Club — Abilene, Texas

Position Overview

Abilene Country Club is seeking an enthusiastic, energetic, and motivated Tennis & Pickleball Instructor to join our racquets team. This position is an excellent opportunity for a teaching professional who is passionate about tennis and pickleball and enjoys creating a fun, welcoming, and high-quality experience for members of all ages and skill levels.

The Tennis & Pickleball Instructor will play an important role in the day-to-day operation and continued growth of the Club's racquets program. The ideal candidate is personable, dependable, professional, and eager to build relationships with members while developing their teaching skills and lesson book.

This position will have opportunities to work with juniors and adults through private lessons, group lessons, clinics, camps, pickleball programming, events, and other racquets activities.

Key Responsibilities

Tennis & Pickleball Instruction

• Teach private lessons, group lessons, clinics, camps, and other instructional programs based on experience and ability.
• Provide quality instruction to players ranging from beginners to advanced competitors.
• Create fun, engaging, and structured learning environments for both junior and adult players.
• Teach both tennis and pickleball, with an emphasis on helping members improve their skills while enjoying the game.
• Assist with adult clinics, junior programs, beginner programming, and other Club offerings.
• Help grow participation in tennis and pickleball programming.
• Provide excellent on-court experiences that encourage members to return and continue their development.

Junior Development

• Assist with junior tennis and pickleball programs, camps, clinics, and events.
• Help create a positive and encouraging environment for junior players.
• Work with players of different ages and ability levels to develop fundamental skills, confidence, and a love for the game.
• Assist with junior match play, socials, round robins, tournaments, and other activities.
• Communicate professionally and positively with parents regarding programs, schedules, and player development.

Member Engagement

• Build strong, positive relationships with Abilene Country Club members.
• Provide friendly, professional, and enthusiastic customer service both on and off the court.
• Encourage members to participate in lessons, clinics, leagues, events, and other racquets programming.
• Help introduce new members to the Club's tennis and pickleball programs.
• Be proactive in identifying opportunities to increase member participation and engagement.
• Represent Abilene Country Club with professionalism and a positive attitude.

Events & Tournaments

• Assist with tennis and pickleball tournaments, mixers, socials, round robins, leagues, and special events.
• Assist with registration, scheduling, court assignments, draws, and day-of event operations.
• Help create fun and engaging events that encourage participation and strengthen the Club's racquets community.
• Bring new ideas for tennis and pickleball programming and events.

Program & Facility Operations

• Assist the Director of Racquet Sports with the daily operation of the racquets program.
• Help ensure courts and surrounding racquets areas are clean, safe, organized, and ready for play.
• Maintain teaching equipment, balls, paddles, and other racquets supplies.
• Communicate facility or maintenance concerns to the appropriate Club staff.
• Assist with program registrations, schedules, and other administrative responsibilities as needed.
• Follow all Club policies, safety procedures, and operational standards.

Qualifications & Attributes

• Previous tennis, pickleball, coaching, or racquets experience preferred.
• Strong playing ability and a genuine passion for tennis and pickleball.
• Teaching experience is preferred.
• Friendly, outgoing personality and the ability to connect with members of all ages.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills.
• Dependable, organized, and willing to take initiative.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently while also being a positive member of the racquets team.
• Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
• Passion for creating a fun, positive, and welcoming environment for members.

Professional Growth

This position is designed for a tennis and pickleball professional who wants to grow their teaching book and develop their career in the private-club industry.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to gain experience in private instruction, group programming, junior development, pickleball programming, tournaments, events, and overall racquets operations while working closely with the Director of Tennis.

As the program continues to grow, there will be opportunities for the instructor to take on additional responsibilities and develop new programming based on their strengths, interests, and experience.

Compensation

Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Additional earning opportunities may be available through:

• Private lessons
• Group lessons and clinics
• Junior programs and camps
• Tennis and pickleball events
• Tournaments and other racquets programming

Compensation and scheduling will be discussed with qualified candidates during the interview process.

Schedule

The position will include a combination of weekday, evening, and weekend responsibilities based on the Club's programming schedule.

Flexibility is important, particularly during the summer months, junior camps, tournaments, leagues, special events, and other peak racquets periods.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a tennis and pickleball professional to become an integral part of the racquets program at Abilene Country Club.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work directly with members, build a personal teaching book, develop programming, create lasting member relationships, and contribute ideas to the continued growth of the Club's tennis and pickleball programs.

We are looking for someone who doesn't simply want to teach lessons, but who wants to become part of the Club community and help make the racquets program a place where members want to spend their time.

If you are energetic, personable, passionate about tennis and pickleball, and enjoy helping people improve while having fun, we would love to hear from you.

About Abilene Country Club

Abilene Country Club is a private country club located in Abilene, Texas, offering members a welcoming environment centered around recreation, competition, family, and community.

The Club's racquets program provides opportunities for members of all ages and abilities to enjoy tennis and pickleball through private instruction, group programming, clinics, junior development, social events, competitive play, and other racquets activities.

Our goal is to provide an environment where members can learn, compete, socialize, and build lasting relationships through the sports they love.

Abilene Country Club values professionalism, teamwork, excellent member service, and a positive attitude. The Tennis & Pickleball Instructor will have the opportunity to work alongside the Director of Tennis and contribute directly to the continued development and success of the Club's racquets program.

If you are looking for an opportunity to grow as a teaching professional while becoming part of an active and welcoming country-club community, Abilene Country Club may be the right fit for you.