Tennis Professional Jobs
Tennis Professional jobs are open across private clubs, resorts, recreational centers, and academic institutions, from part-time instructor to head professional and director of racquet sports, with specializations in coaching, player development, and tournament coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Summary:
We are seeking an energetic and passionate Tennis Teaching Professional to help grow our tennis program with enthusiasm and expertise. In this pivotal role, you will work closely with our Director of Tennis, Tennis Staff, and facility General Manager to oversee coaching sessions, develop training programs, and foster a vibrant tennis community. Your leadership will inspire players of all ages and skill levels, to promote technical, physical, and mental growth. The ideal candidate is a passionate, hard-working, and lifelong learner that is not only ready to improve others on court, but themselves as well.
Duties
- Provide beginning through advanced instruction (private and group) for all levels and ages of players for commission
- Develop customized training programs to improve players’ techniques, strategies, and fitness
- Uphold high standards of instruction and customer service
- Promote a positive, inclusive atmosphere that encourages participation, sportsmanship, and fun
- Assist with youth camps, summer programs, or themed tennis activities
- Strong knowledge of tennis merchandise to properly give information to consumers
- Understand the facility POS system; Ensure lessons and groups are properly recorded into POS system
- Enforces all club and corporate policies and procedures
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a tennis coach or professional with a strong background in sports coaching and teaching
- Demonstrated ability to work with children and manage behavior effectively in a safe, instructional, and professional setting
- Experience in health club or gym environments is preferred for understanding fitness integration
- Certifications are highly recommended. USPTA/RSPA or PTR certified coaching licensure strongly encouraged along with 1+ years of experience.
- Experience growing Junior and Adult programming recommend.
- If you are looking to be on a fantastic team that will help you grow as a coach, deliver high quality instruction, and be a key part in something special, please inquire via kyle@pvtfc.com or (920) 318-1480.
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tennis professional jobs.
- PTR or USPTA teaching certification at a recognized professional level
- Minimum two to five years of on-court teaching experience with diverse age groups
- Experience designing and running junior development or adult league programs
- Strong player development skills across beginner through competitive junior levels
- First aid and CPR certification required by most club and recreation employers
- Ability to manage court schedules, lesson bookings, and equipment inventory
Tips for Your Tennis Professional Job Search
Tailor your resume to court-side credentials
List your PTR or USPTA certification level prominently, not buried under education. Hiring managers at clubs and resorts scan for certification tier first, then years of teaching experience, before reading anything else on your resume.
Highlight your player development outcomes
Describe the competitive levels your students reached, the age groups you coached, and any junior tournament programs you built or expanded. Specific student progress speaks louder than a list of drills or teaching philosophies on your application.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists tennis professional openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your certification level and specialization and apply directly to each listing without sorting through unrelated results.
Target openings by facility type strategically
A private club head pro role demands membership service experience and program revenue ownership, while a resort position weights guest programming and high-volume lesson capacity. Read the posting carefully and frame your cover letter around the facility's specific priorities.
Prepare a demo lesson for in-person interviews
Many clubs ask finalists to teach a live lesson to a staff member or current student. Know your court-side communication style cold, bring structured drill progressions, and be ready to explain in real time why you chose each teaching decision.
Negotiate beyond base pay with program ownership
Many tennis professional positions include lesson revenue splits, pro shop commissions, or program budget authority. During your offer conversation, ask specifically how lesson fees are structured and whether you can build or expand junior academy programming.
Tennis Professional Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most tennis professionals?
The most active employers for tennis professionals right now are Troon, Arcis Golf, and Johnny Allen Tennis, and the most openings are in Arizona, Illinois, and Wisconsin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Private clubs and resort properties tend to post the highest volume of full-time roles.
How many tennis professional jobs are remote?
About 0% of tennis professional openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, court-based nature of most positions. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility include tennis program administration, curriculum development, and online coaching or video analysis work.
How do you become a tennis professional?
Becoming a tennis professional typically starts with earning a PTR or USPTA teaching certification, which requires passing written exams and an on-court skills evaluation. From there, you build experience through assistant pro roles at clubs, parks, or academies, develop a coaching philosophy, accumulate a diverse student roster, and work toward higher certification tiers as your teaching portfolio grows.
Can you get hired as a tennis professional with little experience?
Yes, entry-level tennis professional roles exist specifically for candidates early in their coaching careers, particularly at public parks, municipal recreation centers, and junior academies. Earning your base PTR or USPTA certification before applying removes the biggest barrier, and offering availability for early-morning or weekend lessons increases your chances significantly at smaller facilities.
What does the tennis professional interview process look like?
Most tennis professional interviews include an initial phone or video screen focused on certification level and experience, followed by an in-person visit where you meet facility leadership and often tour the courts. Finalists are frequently asked to conduct a demonstration lesson and discuss how they would structure a junior program, manage lesson revenue, and handle court scheduling during peak seasons.
Where can I find and apply to tennis professional jobs?
You can find and apply to tennis professional jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your certification level, preferred facility type, and location, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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