Racquet Sports Instructor (Tennis / Pickleball / Table Tennis)
Associated Recreation Council (ARC), in partnership with Seattle Parks and Recreation, is seeking qualified Racquet Sports Instructors to teach Tennis, Pickleball, and Table Tennis programs across multiple community sites.
Council / Locations: Multiple sites -
Magnuson Park
Rainier Beach
Ravenna
Green Lake (additional locations may be added)
Status: Part-time, Seasonal and Year-Round opportunities available Work Schedule: Varies by site and program Desired Start Date: March 23, 2026
Position Summary ARC is hiring instructors to teach Tennis, Pickleball, and Table Tennis. Candidates who can teach all three disciplines are strongly preferred; however, applicants who can teach two of the three are also encouraged to apply.
Programs may be offered at multiple sites, and schedules will vary based on location and seasonal programming.
Program Areas
• Tennis instruction • Pickleball instruction • Table Tennis (ping pong) instruction
Instructors may be assigned to one or more program areas depending on qualifications and availability.
Racquet Sports Instructor Responsibilities
• Plan and lead safe, age-appropriate racquet sports instruction • Teach fundamental skills, rules, and game play for assigned sport(s) • Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment • Set up and clean up equipment and activity areas • Communicate effectively with ARC staff and site supervisors • Follow ARC and Seattle Parks and Recreation policies and procedures
Racquet Sports Instructor Qualifications
• Experience teaching or coaching tennis, pickleball, and/or table tennis • Ability to instruct participants in a clear, safe, and engaging manner • Experience working with youth and/or adult participants in a recreational or instructional setting • Strong communication and organizational skills • Ability to pass a criminal background check
Preferred Qualifications
• Ability to teach two or more of the following: tennis, pickleball, and table tennis • Experience teaching classes in a community recreation or parks setting
Hiring Process Interviews for this position will be conducted jointly by the participating sites and program partners.
ARC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Pay
• Starting Pay: $25.00 - $29.00/hr • Full Pay Range: $25.00-35.00/hr (employee may earn up to $35.00/hr with continued employment)
Benefits:
• ARC Paid Sick and Safe Time (PSST)
We are actively prescreening and interviewing for this role, so if this role is a good fit for you and you want to learn more about it, please apply now.