Pickleball Instructor Substitute

Overview

Join the award-winning Johnson County Park and Recreation District (JCPRD) team and help make a real impact in this community! As part of our National Gold Medal Award–winning organization, you’ll help bring joy, adventure, and enrichment to millions each year. JCPRD welcomes over 7 million visitors to our parks and engages 3 million+ participants in more than 4,000 programs—and we’re still growing.

When you work at JCPRD, you’re joining a team recognized locally, regionally, and nationally for excellence in parks, recreation, culture, education, and public service. Enjoy outstanding benefits, retirement plans, employee incentives, and a workplace culture built on passion, creativity, and teamwork.

Named Best Large Employer in Johnson County for two years running, JCPRD is the perfect place to grow your career, make a difference, and have fun doing it. Come work where you play—and help us inspire healthier, happier lives for everyone!

Job Description

• Greeting participants and providing a high level of customer service.
• Responsible for the preparation of lessons plans, instructing, and evaluating class participants.
• Lead pickleball lessons for varying ages with a maximum number of 14 participants
• Arrive on time, prepare needed equipment and communicate weather related cancellations; squeegee courts as needed.
• Track attendance and communicate program updates to participants.
• Respond quickly to all emergencies and administer first aid as needed.

• This is a part-time, seasonal position for the months of April – November. Class schedule is set in advance with participant registration. Classes will run when the minimum number of participants are met. Course offerings include beginner lessons, youth lessons workshops, drilling classes, one-on-ones and more. Compensation is based on experience and certifications.
• Compensation Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Job Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Prior pickleball and teaching experience is necessary.
• Must exhibit initiative in the absence of supervision.
• Have a positive attitude and show professionalism in communications.
• Experience working with all ages, confident managing multiple participants at a time, and the ability to create a fun environment.
• Could be a year-round position. Criminal History Background Check required.

JCPRD requires reference/background screening for all positions.  Specified criteria may vary by Department.