Location and Job Title:

Tennis Coach
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Ave.
Tenafly, NJ 07670

Principal Responsibilities:

STATUS: Part time, hourly.

We are seeking a an enthusiastic, skilled, and dependable Part-Time Tennis Coach to join our Athletics team. This year-round role is responsible for delivering high-quality tennis instruction to players of all ages and skill levels in a welcoming, inclusive, and community-centered environment.

The ideal candidate is passionate about teaching tennis, fostering player development, and creating positive experiences that build confidence, skills, and a lifelong love of the game.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND OPPORTUNITIES

Coaching & Instruction

• Provide tennis instruction for:
  • Youth and teen group lessons
  • Adult group lessons
  • Clinics, camps, and private or semi-private lessons (as assigned)
• Teach fundamentals, technique, strategy, and sportsmanship appropriate to age and skill level
• Adapt instruction to meet diverse abilities and learning styles
• Create engaging, safe, and well-structured lesson plans

Program Support

• Support year-round tennis programming, including seasonal sessions and special events
• Assist with player evaluations and placement when needed
• Communicate effectively with participants and families regarding progress and expectations
• Uphold program standards and JCC values

Safety & Professionalism

• Maintain a safe and positive learning environment at all times
• Ensure proper use and care of equipment and facilities
• Follow all JCC policies, procedures, and risk management guidelines
• Serve as a positive role model for participants and fellow staff

SALARY RANGE: $50-$60 per session, commensurate with experience and certifications

To Apply: Please send resume to Athletics@jccotp.org

Minimum Qualifications:

• Strong tennis playing and instructional background
• Experience coaching youth, teens, and/or adults
• Ability to teach a range of skill levels, from beginner to intermediate/advanced
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliable, professional, and team-oriented
• Ability to work year-round with a flexible schedule

Preferred

• Certification from a recognized organization (USTA, PTR, USPTA, or similar)
• Prior experience in a community center, club, school, or camp setting
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience working in inclusive or multigenerational environments

Salary:

Under $25,000

Agency Information:

Kaplen JCC On The Palisades is a welcoming home away from home for all who pass through its front doors. Our 185,000 square foot building plus acres of outside grounds feature 2 fitness centers, an indoor and outdoor aquatics center, group exercise, spin and pilates studios, 2 gymnasiums, tennis and racquet courts, indoor track, a luxurious spa, multiple playgrounds and fields and so much more. The JCC is home to the renowned Thurnauer School of Music, Leonard and Syril Rubin Nursery School, Neil Klatskin Day Camp, and the JCC Dance and Drama Schools. The JCC is also proud to offer extensive, high quality programs and services to adults of all ages, as well as to seniors and individuals with special needs.

VISION

Our vision is to be the center point of Jewish life in our community and to engage all generations in our mission and values.

MISSION
Deeply rooted in Jewish values and tradition, the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades is a vibrant home for the Jewish People that welcomes all and cultivates the social, intellectual, physical and spiritual well-being of the entire community.

VALUES

We are committed to demonstrating the following values and ask respect for these values from those with whom we interact:

COMMUNITY
CONNECTION TO JUDAISM AND ISRAEL
INTEGRITY
QUALITY
RESPECT
RESPONSIBILITY
SAFETY
TIKKUN OLAM (repairing the world)