Starmount Forest Country Club | Greensboro, North Carolina
Reports to: Director of Racquet Sports
Starmount Forest Country Club is seeking an enthusiastic, dependable, and member-focused Racquet Sports Professional to support its tennis and pickleball programs.
Working closely with the Director of Racquet Sports, this professional will provide quality instruction, help grow participation, and contribute to daily racquet sports operations. The ideal candidate enjoys teaching adults and juniors, takes initiative, and shares responsibility for the success of the entire department.
Instruction and Player Development
Teach private lessons, group lessons, and clinics for members of varying ages and abilities.
Support the junior tennis pathway through red, orange, green, and yellow ball instruction.
Coach adult clinics and team practices, including Gate City and interclub programs.
Teach and support pickleball lessons, clinics, and organized play.
Prepare engaging sessions that develop players’ skills, confidence, and enjoyment.
Assist with summer camps and junior match play.
Programming and Member Engagement
Assist with planning, promoting, and delivering tennis and pickleball programs.
Help organize leagues, socials, tournaments, team matches, and special events.
Welcome new participants and connect members with appropriate programs and playing opportunities.
Follow up with participants and encourage continued involvement.
Maintain a visible, welcoming, and approachable presence around the racquet sports facilities.
Daily Operations and Facility Support
Assist with court reservations, program registration, attendance records, and accurate lesson and clinic billing.
Respond promptly and professionally to member questions.
Complete assigned court preparation and routine maintenance, including clay court grooming.
Keep teaching equipment, court areas, and storage spaces clean and organized.
Assist with racquet shop operations and member equipment needs.
Report court conditions, equipment concerns, and maintenance needs to the Director.
Support opening, closing, and event preparation duties as scheduled.
Teamwork and Professional Standards
Work collaboratively across adult tennis, junior tennis, and pickleball programs.
Participate in staff meetings, training, and program planning.
Arrive prepared and on time for lessons, programs, and assigned duties.
Follow club policies, safety procedures, and standards for working with juniors.
Take initiative to assist members and colleagues.
Perform other related duties assigned by the Director.
Experience teaching tennis to adults and juniors; private club experience preferred.
Ability to teach pickleball or a commitment to developing pickleball teaching skills.
RSPA or PTR certification preferred; IPTPA or PPR certification is a plus.
USTA Safe Play certification required.
Strong communication, organizational, and member-service skills.
A dependable work ethic, positive attitude, and willingness to learn and accept feedback.
Ability to demonstrate techniques and actively participate in on-court instruction.
Familiarity with clay court maintenance preferred; willingness to learn required.
The schedule includes instruction, program and event coverage, administrative responsibilities, and facility support. Availability for mornings, evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays is required based on club programming.
Competitive base salary, plus hourly compensation for clinics and private lessons. Rates will be based on experience and qualifications. Club benefits are available in accordance with employment eligibility and club policies.
Please submit a résumé and professional references to:
Dipesh Rao
Director of Racquet Sports
Starmount Forest Country Club
raotennis@gmail.com