Tennis Coach
Job Location:
Queens, NY - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 40 - 50
Posted:
29 September 2026 (11 days ago)
Application Deadline:
27 December 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Statement of the Job:
The Tennis & Athletic Center at Alley Pond is seeking high-energy enthusiastic and motivated tennis professionals to join our team in building an innovative high-quality tennis program from the ground up. Coaches will be part of a larger organization working to advance Commonpoints mission of sustaining and enhancing the quality of individual family and communal life throughout Queens by serving people of all ages abilities and backgrounds.
Tennis Coaches play a hands-on role in delivering engaging instruction developing purposeful lesson plans and supporting player development for youth and adult participants. This position is ideal for coaches who are eager to learn open to training and excited to grow within a collaborative team environment. Coaches are expected to uphold the philosophy and values of Commonpoints Youth Sports Programs while providing inclusive developmentally appropriate training for players of all levelsfrom beginners to advanced competitors.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Tennis & Athletic Center at Alley Pond is seeking high-energy enthusiastic and motivated tennis professionals to join our team in building an innovative high-quality tennis program from the ground up. Coaches will be part of a larger organization working to advance Commonpoints mission of sustaining and enhancing the quality of individual family and communal life throughout Queens by serving people of all ages abilities and backgrounds.
Tennis Coaches play a hands-on role in delivering engaging instruction developing purposeful lesson plans and supporting player development for youth and adult participants. This position is ideal for coaches who are eager to learn open to training and excited to grow within a collaborative team environment. Coaches are expected to uphold the philosophy and values of Commonpoints Youth Sports Programs while providing inclusive developmentally appropriate training for players of all levelsfrom beginners to advanced competitors.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Create and implement high-energy engaging lesson plans for group and individual instruction for youth and adults.
- Teach age-appropriate and level-appropriate tennis classes that emphasize skill development movement and enjoyment.
- Assess player skills and recommend appropriate development pathways.
- Foster a positive encouraging environment that helps players build confidence and connection to the sport.
- Ensure all classes are safe purposeful challenging and fun.
- Supervise and care for participants during all program activities.
- Organize maintain and properly store tennis equipment.
- Attend required staff meetings and professional development workshops.
- Maintain program records including participation and performance data.
- Assist with activities necessary for the effective operation of the program.
- Represent Commonpoint professionally enthusiastically and positively at all times.
Knowledge Skills and Requirements:
- Prior tennis teaching experience in a formal setting preferred.
- High energy positive attitude and strong desire to learn and be trained.
- Ability to connect with players motivate participants and build strong relationships with families.
- Playing experience as a junior collegiate or adult player preferred.
- USPTA PTR and/or USTA Net Generation certification preferred (or willingness to pursue certification)
- Strong communication skills with staff parents and players.
- Effective class management skills and ability to engage players of varying abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Reliable responsible and professional demeanor.
- Proactive work ethic with the ability to perform with minimal supervision.
Location:
- Commonpoint Tennis & Athletic Center at Alley Pond
- 79-20 Winchester Blvd Queens Village NY 11427
Schedule:
- Flexible hours available including days evenings and weekends.
Compensation:
- $40$50 per hour and up based on experience and credentials.
- Opportunity to earn additional income through private lessons arranged independently by the coach.
Resume: Please send all resumes to Dean Won at