Tennis Professional

Job Description

Palos Verdes Tennis Club (PVTC) is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Full-Time Tennis Professional to join our team.

The ideal candidate is a strong tennis professional who enjoys working with both adults and juniors and wants to be part of a growing tennis program at a premier club.

Responsibilities

  • Teach private lessons, adult clinics, and junior programs
  • Work with players of all ages and skill levels
  • Help grow our Junior Academy and adult tennis programs
  • Participate in tournaments, camps, Junior Team Tennis (JTT), and other club events
  • Build relationships with members and provide an exceptional tennis experience
  • Work collaboratively with the Director of Tennis and coaching staff
  • Develop and maintain a strong private-lesson clientele

Qualifications

  • Strong playing and coaching background
  • Experience teaching both adults and juniors
  • Tennis teaching certification preferred, including USPTA, RSPA, PTR, USTA, or similar
  • Candidates without a teaching certification may be considered but will be required to obtain an approved certification before teaching private lessons
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Professional, energetic, and team-oriented personality
  • Ability to build and maintain a strong client base

Compensation

  • Club Clinics & Junior Groups: $35–$50/hour depending on experience and qualifications
  • Private Lessons: $70–$90/hour depending on experience and qualifications

Employment & Benefits

  • W-2 employment
  • Employees averaging 32+ hours per week are eligible for:
    • Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • 5 paid sick days
    • Health insurance stipend

Sample Schedule

Monday–Friday

  • 11:00 AM–3:30 PM — Private Lessons
  • 3:30–6:00 PM — Junior Programs
  • 6:00–7:30 PM — Adult Liveball or Junior High Performance
  • 7:30–9:00 PM — Private Lessons

Saturday

  • 11:00 AM–2:00 PM — Private Lessons
  • 2:00–6:30 PM — Junior Team Tennis (JTT) Practice

Sunday

  • Primarily Private Lessons
  • JTT Matches as needed

Schedule may vary based on club programming, private lesson demand, and seasonal needs. This is a guide of our programing, you will be required to take a minimum of 1 day off.