Certified Tennis Instructor

Salary: $23.00 - $32.00 HourlyLocation : Breckenridge Recreation Center, COJob Type: Part Time / Year RoundJob Number: 2026-00015Department: RecreationDivision: Recreation - Programs - TennisOpening Date: 01/15/2026Closing Date: ContinuousPosition SummaryThe Town of Breckenridge Recreation Department is seeking a qualified, customer-focused Certified Tennis Instructor to plan, deliver, and supervise high-quality tennis programs for youth and adults of all skill levels. This position requires strong knowledge of tennis techniques, instructional progressions, and teaching methodologies to create engaging, safe, and inclusive learning environments.Certified Tennis Instructors provide group, semi-private, and private lessons at the Breckenridge Recreation Center, teaching core skills such as serves, ground strokes, volleys, and overheads. Responsibilities include coordinating lesson schedules, tracking student progress, communicating effectively with participants and parents, and performing racket stringing. Proficiency in tennis skills, familiarity with USPTA techniques, and an understanding of the National Tennis Rating Program (NTRP) are required to successfully support participant development.Essential Job FunctionsFor additional information regarding this position including important roles, essential job functions & duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required, materials and equipment used, working environment, and physical activity required, please view the fullPART-TIME & SEASONAL EMPLOYEE PERKS:Free Recreation Center pass.Paid Time Off - Paid out upon departure if unused.Free seasonal Breck E-Ride Bikeshare access.Free electric vehicle (EV) charging at various Town-owned locations.Returning seasonal staff members may be eligible for a merit increase based on meeting performance expectations.Potential furnished seasonal housing available for rent.Town of Breckenridge Core Values:The Town of Breckenridge's Core Values guide us in fostering an inclusive Community, embracing Adaptability and Innovation, upholding Integrity, promoting effective Communication, and practicing Stewardship to responsibly manage Town resources.QualificationsMINIMUM & DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Must be 18 years of age or older.High School diploma or GED required.One (1) or more years of customer service experience required.One (1) or more years of computer experience and Microsoft Office software experience required.Tennis playing ability of NTRP of 4.0 or equivalent is required.Training and experience in coaching tennis is preferred.LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES REQUIRED:USTA Certification required at time of hire.Basic CPR, AED, and First Aid Certifications are required within 60 days of hire.Preventing Disease Transmission (PDT) required within 60 days of hire.Additional InformationTypical Hiring Pay Range: $23.00 - $27.50 per hour.APPLICATION INFORMATION:Qualified applicants must submit an online application with their USTA Certification attached.WORK SCHEDULEIndividuals in this position must be flexible in terms of availability; and may on occasion be required to work other shifts as needed, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays.This position is 'Open Until Filled'. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until suitable candidates are selected.Potential Housing AvailableThe Town of Breckenridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are selected for hire, the Town will provide a conditional job offer and check your references and conduct a background review before confirming your job offer and scheduling your orientation. If pre-employment drug-testing; medical testing; credit check; Motor Vehicle Record; Colorado Bureau of Investigation background review; or, other background reviews are required, the Town generally makes a conditional offer of hire based on successful completion of these additional steps.The Town of Breckenridge strives to offer competitive and diverse benefit options, in addition to those benefits required by law. For eligible "Part-Time" employees, these options may include General Leave & Wellness/Recreational benefits.For further information click: Part Time / Year Round Benefits.01Are you 18 years of age or older?YesNo02Did you receive a High School Diploma or GED?YesNo03Do you have one (1) or more years experience working in a customer service oriented position?YesNo04Do you have one (1) or more years of computer experience and Microsoft Office experience?YesNo05Do you have four (4) or more years experience playing tennis competitively?YesNo06Please describe your tennis playing experience:07Do you have a NTRP of 4.0 or higher? (An NTRP ranking of 4.0 indicates that a player has somewhat Advanced skills, including dependable ground strokes, directional control, depth, net play proficiency and ability to serve with variety consistently, etc.).YesNo08Please select the answer below that best describes the number of years of experience you have had working in a customer service oriented position involving youth participants and communications with their parents or guardians:No experience1-2 years3+ years09How many years of tennis instructional experience do you have?No experience1 year2 years3 + years10What is the highest NTRP Rating you have acquired?n/a4.04.55.0 or higher11What is your USTA / ATP Professional Ranking?n/aStateRegionalNationalATP Points12What is your highest coaching accomplishment?n/aJunior TournamentHigh School TeamCollege TeamProfessional Player13Do you have a current USTA Certification or equivalent?YesNo14Do you have any of the following teaching certifications? (pick all that may apply)**Please attach a copy of any relevant certifications to your applicationUSPTA Recreational Coach/USPTR Associate InstructorUSPTA Cardio InstructorUSPTA Professional/USPTR InstructorUSPTA Elite Professional/USPTE ProfessionalUSPTA Master Professional/USPTR Master of TennisUSTA High Performance CoachNone of the above15What ages have you instructed/coached previously? (check all that apply)No experience instructing/coaching4 years and under5 to 12 years old13 to 17 years old18 and older16How many years of racket stringing experience do you have?No experience1 year2 years3 + years