Full-Time/Part-Time Racquet Sports Professional (The Club at Sunset)
Holly Springs, North Carolina
The Club at Sunset is a family-focused club offering tennis, pickleball, swimming, fitness, and social programming. We are committed to delivering a high-quality member experience through strong relationships, engaging programming, and a positive, team-based culture. Our racquet sports program continues to grow, and we are looking for professionals who want to grow with it.
We are seeking a professional who enjoys teaching, values collaboration, and takes pride in creating an excellent experience for members. This role is ideal for someone who sees themselves as a racquet sports professional—not just a lesson provider—and who is excited to contribute to both programming and culture.
Responsibilities
• Deliver engaging instruction focused on technical development, strategy, match play, athletic performance, and confidence building
• Provide clear, actionable feedback tailored to individual player goals
• Lead adult and junior clinics, social events, round robins, mixers, and other member engagement programming
• Support and help organize tournaments, interclub play, and club events
• Build strong relationships with members and families through consistent engagement on and off the court
• Actively promote programs through member interaction, outreach, and club communication channels
• Assist with racquet sales, stringing services, and equipment guidance
• Support daily facility standards including court maintenance, cleanliness, and general upkeep
• Collaborate closely with the Director of Racquet Sports and fellow professionals to ensure a consistent and high-quality member experience
• Participate in staff meetings, program planning sessions, and ongoing professional development
Qualifications
• RSPA, PTR, PPR, or equivalent certification preferred (or willingness to obtain certification)
• Ability to teach both tennis and pickleball, with willingness to continue learning and developing across racquet sports
• Strong understanding of racquet sports fundamentals, strategy, and player development
• Excellent communication skills and ability to connect with a wide range of players
• Positive, professional attitude with a strong work ethic
• Comfortable working evenings, weekends, and club events as needed
• Team-first mindset with a commitment to program success beyond individual lessons
Compensation
• Competitive compensation structure, details discussed during the interview process and based on experience, certifications, and role responsibilities
We are looking for someone who:
• Puts relationships and member experience first
• Communicates clearly, consistently, and professionally
• Takes ownership and initiative in improving programming and member engagement
• Enjoys being part of a collaborative team environment
• Is open to feedback and committed to continuous improvement
• Understands that strong programs are built through teamwork, not individual effort
At The Club at Sunset, our goal is to build a racquet sports program defined by energy, connection, and consistency. We are looking for professionals who want to contribute to something larger than their individual teaching schedule and help shape the future of racquet sports at the club. To apply, send your resume and cover letter to Eric Hilpert, Racquet Sports Director, eric@clubatsunset.com.
Woodcroft Club is expanding its youth tennis program and is looking for energetic, reliable
tennis instructors who enjoy working with elementary-school-aged children.
Our current program consists primarily of beginner Red Ball, Orange Ball and Green Ball clinics.
We’re looking for instructors who can create a fun, active and welcoming environment while
teaching beginning players the fundamentals of tennis.
What you’ll do
● Teach beginner youth tennis clinics to groups of up to 8 elementary-school-aged children
● Lead drills, games and tennis activities
● Help keep children active, happy, engaged and safe
● Instruct at our other youth programs, such as match play, weekend clinics, and camps
What we’re looking for
● Someone who:
○ enjoys working with small groups of elementary-school-aged children
○ can confidently and competently deliver instruction on the fundamentals of
beginner tennis
○ is positive, patient, energetic and dependable
● Previous formal coaching experience is preferred but not required.
Typical opportunities
● While our clinics typically run Monday-Friday generally between 3:00-7:00 pm, we do not
require you to be available for every day of the week or every clinic that day. We have a
roster of instructors, and are able to work with your schedule.
● We also run programming on Saturdays and Sundays generally between 9:00 am and
4:00 pm. We do not require you to be available for weekend work or every clinic on a
weekend day. We have a roster of instructors, and are able to work with your schedule.
● Additional camps, private lessons and special events may also be available
Compensation
Compensation is hourly ($20 - 45) and will be based on tennis instruction experience and
qualifications.
Interested?
Email manager@woodcroftclub.org with:
● your name and contact information;
● a few sentences about your tennis instruction background; and
● the days/times you’re generally available to coach.
No formal cover letter is necessary