Jobs

Working at Summer Smash Tennis means being part of an engaged, caring, and supportive team. Our mission as coaches is to create learning environments that are safe, fun, and productive for all students. Our primary objective as an organization is to promote and maintain an interest in the game of tennis within the communities that we serve.

About Us

Since 2012, Summer Smash Tennis has provided high quality tennis programs to community centers and schools in Vancouver. We are known for our small class sizes, focus on technique, and warm community vibe.

Social Impact

We introduce students of all ages to the game of tennis and facilitate meaningful skill development at the grassroots level. We teach over 2000 students per year and our lessons have a huge impact on local communities.

Community

We are a close knit community of coaches who regularly work together, hit together, and hangout on and off the court.

Job Title: Tennis Instructor

Term: September 2023-December 2023 (Fall)

Are you an enthusiastic and energetic tennis coach that has a passion for teaching and working with young people?

Summer Smash Tennis located in Vancouver, B.C. is looking to hire a tennis coach with significant playing experience to fill the role of Tennis Instructor for the fall season from September 2023 to December 2023 . The role of the Instructor will be to coach lessons including group classes and private lessons for both children and adults.

Job Description: The Instructor will be available for the 2023 fall season, which runs from the start of September to mid December. The instructor will be an important part of the coaching team and must be able to follow instructions, work as part of a team, and possess a keen willingness to learn the Summer Smash Tennis progression. Throughout the season, the instructors’ primary responsibilities will involve delivering group lessons for children and adults.

Responsibilities

Learn the Summer Smash Tennis coaching progression
Teach tennis fundamentals to children and adults following our progression
Work closely and cooperatively with the coaching team to ensure safe and productive lessons
Communicate with the Summer Smash Tennis organization in a professional manner

Maintain a positive learning environment for students and staff
Ensure equipment and work spaces are left tidy for other coaches
Be friendly, caring, hardworking, high-energy, punctual, reliable, and willing to learn

Required Qualifications:

Current Tennis Canada/TPA Instructor certification or international equivalent (minimum)
An experienced player that enjoys teaching and hanging out with young people (4-13)
An understanding of the Progressive Tennis model (red, orange, green ball model)
A clean Criminal Record Check
Be a kind, aware, and chill person

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with young people (4 - 13 years old)
Experience coaching children’s tennis in a group setting
First Aid/CPR

Hours and Compensation

6-20 hours of coaching per week
$25/hr - $60/hr depending on lesson type and coach experience
Compensation will be based on the candidates level of certification and experience

Benefits

Good People

Work with supportive and skilled co-coaches. Our staff is a team of diverse and capable young people.

Team Teaching

The majority of programs are team taught with at least two coaches per class. Working with someone is much nicer.

Flexible Schedule

Coaches can choose to work between 6 and 30 hours per week from May to August. We offer a flexible schedule and allow coaches to set their own availability.

Coach Training

Learn from experienced coaches and develop your teaching and professional skills. We provide provide regular opportunities for internal training and subsidize Tennis Canada certifications and workshops.

Sponsorships

We have sponsorships or partnerships with local tennis retailers. All coaches receive substantial discounts.

Please send your CV as well as any references to info@summersmastennis.ca.

Applications close September 8, 2023.

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Job Title: Senior Tennis Instructor

Term: Year Round

Are you an experienced and enthusiastic tennis coach that has a passion for teaching and working with young people?

Summer Smash Tennis located in Vancouver, B.C. is looking to hire an experienced tennis coach to fill the role of Senior Tennis Instructor. The role of the Instructor will be to coach lessons during the indoor and outdoor seasons, including group classes and private lessons for both children and adults.

Job Description: Throughout the year, the instructors’ primary responsibilities will involve delivering group and private lessons for children. The instructor will be an important part of the coaching team and must be able to follow instructions, work as part of a team, and possess a keen willingness to learn the Summer Smash Tennis progression.