Tennis Coach

Milwaukee Tennis & Education Foundation (MTEF) is looking for experienced and energetic individuals who are motivated to teach tennis and promote positive youth development experiences.

 JOB OVERVIEW: MTEF Coaches work directly with students ages 8-17 providing valuable mentorship, teaching and instruction. We are looking for coaches for our school year programs (September – May) with the option to stay on to work our summer camps. Our hours of service vary and you can build a schedule that best works for you. We run a variety of programs ranging from after-school community based (3-5pm weekdays) to weeknight (5-8pm)/weekend (Sunday afternoons (3-6) and one day events. Both Head and Assistant Coach Opportunities available dependent on prior experience.

 AS A MTEF COACH, YOU:

  • Study and deliver tennis curriculum.

  • Provide class management.

  • Mentor, motivate and teach students.

  • Bring energy, intensity and strong work ethic.

  • Interact on and off the court to promote positive youth development experiences.

  • Assist with court setup and training aids.

 AS A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE, YOU HAVE:

  • A passion for and/or experience with the game of tennis

  • A positive, team-focused, growth-oriented mindset

  • A commitment to support youth to meet their full potential

  • Experience working with youth in an athletic and/or academic environment

  • Ability and willingness to work with students from diverse cultural, academic, and economic backgrounds

  • Confidence facilitating learning activities with a group of students of various ages

  • Willingness to co-plan and/or co-facilitate with fellow Coach

  • Ability and desire to build rapport with program users and partners

  • A spirit of flexibility and willingness to pivot as needed.

  • At least two years part-time or full-time work experience of any kind

  • The ability to work a minimum of 4-6 hours per week