Badminton Instructor/Coordinator

We are currently seeking a Badminton Instructor/Coordinator. Must be available to work a flexible schedule including weekends. The club hours are 6 am to 9 pm on weekdays and 7 am to 5 pm on weekends. The position requires 10 – 15 hours per week based on the number of lessons and programming scheduled. Candidate must be a United States citizen and live in the Chicago area. The current sessions are Monday evening and Saturday afternoon. 

• Teach private and group lessons from beginner to advanced level players.
• Assist with Organized Open Play throughout the week. Making sure everyone is getting fair playing time.
• Run programs throughout the year that will help players develop more skill and knowledge of the sport.
• Help organize and officiate tournaments and mixers throughout the year.
• Assist the membership team with growing the Badminton community at the club.

Requirements

• Be able to work daytime, evenings, and weekends
• Be willing to work up to 15 hours a week
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and reach
• Comfortable working with all different age groups and able to build positive relationships with the members
• Friendly, outgoing, energetic, positive attitude
• Have exceptional organizational skills, time management, and communication
• Able to instruct Badminton players in the basics of the game, strategy, shot selection and court awareness.
• Have a strong knowledge of the rules and regulations of Badminton

• Obtain Badminton Coaching certification through the International Badminton Federation (IBF), within 6 months of being hired:

• Hourly wage for supervising open play sessions and commission for teaching lessons.
• Certified instructors have a higher commission rate.
• Complimentary club membership and discounted services.