Sports Instructor - Tennis (Ages 15+)

Job Description Instruct children and adults (primarily 5-12 years of age) in beginning to intermediate tennis camps or programs. Class content should provide basic and/or more advanced game mechanics, strategies, and the rules of sports, depending on the student level of skill. Class must emphasize the importance of good sportsmanship and team play. The goal is to have fun and develop a skill. Examples of Duties Prepare area for specific sport (i.e. setup sports field, assure all equipment is available, etc.) Teach all necessary aspects of sports Keep score of games, if applicable Maintain rosters and City forms Implement lesson plans to be provided by the City Enforce City policies and procedures Provide encouragement to participants and provide a positive atmosphere for play Participate in promotional opportunities, staff training and meetings when required Perform other duties as assigned Supervision Exercised and Received The Assistant Recreation Supervisor or Recreation Supervisor provides general supervision. Minimum Qualifications Must be at least 15 years of age Must have basic knowledge or background in tennis Must have experience dealing with children Must be able to work independently and reliably complete tasks Must be able to tactfully communicate with children and deliver feedback to parents Must be able to establish and maintain productive working relationships with staff, management, and clients Must have strong oral and written communication skills Must maintain a positive attitude with and towards others Must be able to work in changing indoor and outdoor environments Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required Requirements for Employment Must be able to handle sensitive and/or stressful situations or information with tact, discretion and significant awareness of confidentiality Must effectively communicate with adults and children from a variety of cultural backgrounds Willingness to comply with suspected child abuse reporting (11166.5 PC) Employees are required to be certified in Adult/Child CPR, First Aid, & AED from American Red Cross, American Heart Association or supervisor approved equivalent. Employees must be certified within 30 days of hire date or prior to the first day of work, whichever occurs earlier. Fingerprinting and TB test are required Must submit verification of legal right to work in the United States as a condition of employment Selection Process Qualified application will be evaluated on the basis of related experience and quality of presentation. The most highly qualified applicants will be invited to an oral interview. Applicant evaluations may include a written and physical test. Satisfactory candidates will be placed on an eligibility list. Placements are anticipated immediately after the list is established. Some placements may be assigned to emphasize public education as the City's needs require. Some positions may require a health evaluation. Reasonable Accommodation The Recreation Services Division will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise us of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io or emailing View email address on click.appcast.io. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Fremont is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on any basis. The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Fremont