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Job Title: Elite Tennis Coach & Academy Builder (Full-Time)
Location: [Santa Clara] – New Flagship Location of a Top 10 US Academy
Compensation:
Schedule:
About the Opportunity
This is not just a coaching job—it is an equity-minded career opportunity. We are opening a new, state-of-the-art, 8-court facility as part of a nationally recognized Top 10 Academy. Our other locations have a proven track record of success, and we are looking for the founding team to replicate that here.We are building a strong, collaborative team. We are starting with 6 coaches, with a plan to scale to 9*. Once the location reaches a pre-determined revenue target, all coaches will share in the academy’s net profits*. You are not an employee; you are a future partner in creating a high-performance culture.What We Are Looking For
We need a sales-minded communicator who also has a elite tennis IQ. Because this is a new location, you cannot simply show up and teach—you must be willing to engage with the community, retain students, and help fill those 8 courts. Required Skills & Experience:
Work Authorization (Important)
Why You Should Apply (The "Attractors")
Responsibilities:
How to Apply:
Please send your Tennis Resume (UTR#, coaching history) and a 2-minute video or brief paragraph explaining how you would sell tennis to a new family walking into our facility. Also a video of you playing.Job Types: Full-time, ContractPay: From $48,000.00 per yearApplication Question(s):
Ability to Commute:
Ability to Relocate:
Work Location: In person
Location: [Santa Clara] – New Flagship Location of a Top 10 US Academy
Compensation:
- Minimum Income Guarantee: $3,000 – $4,000 per month
- Average Hourly Rate: $70 (for lessons and clinics)
- Long-Term Incentive: Profit-sharing after location growth targets are met
Schedule:
- Core Hours: Monday – Friday, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Junior Program)
- Flexible Add-Ons: Option to teach private lessons during daytime hours and on weekends (high earning potential)
About the Opportunity
This is not just a coaching job—it is an equity-minded career opportunity. We are opening a new, state-of-the-art, 8-court facility as part of a nationally recognized Top 10 Academy. Our other locations have a proven track record of success, and we are looking for the founding team to replicate that here.We are building a strong, collaborative team. We are starting with 6 coaches, with a plan to scale to 9*. Once the location reaches a pre-determined revenue target, all coaches will share in the academy’s net profits*. You are not an employee; you are a future partner in creating a high-performance culture.What We Are Looking For
We need a sales-minded communicator who also has a elite tennis IQ. Because this is a new location, you cannot simply show up and teach—you must be willing to engage with the community, retain students, and help fill those 8 courts. Required Skills & Experience:
- Playing Ability: Minimum UTR 9 (Men) / UTR 8 (Women). (Former D1, ITF, or ATP/WTA ranked players strongly preferred.)
- Coaching Background: Experience running drills for competitive juniors.
- Sales & Communication: High emotional intelligence. You must be comfortable talking to parents, converting trial lessons, and retaining students.
- Adaptability: Willing to work with both high-performance juniors AND adult recreational players.
Work Authorization (Important)
- USA Work Authorization Required (Green Card, EAD, or US Citizen).
- OPT Graduates (STEM or Non-STEM) are STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
- Visa Sponsorship: We are prepared to sponsor work visas (H-1B or P-1) for exceptional candidates after the OPT period expires.
Why You Should Apply (The "Attractors")
- Financial Safety Net: A guaranteed monthly floor ($3k-$4k) while you build your book of business.
- Uncapped Upside: $70/hr average plus private lesson revenue.
- The "Build" Factor: You have a chance to be Coach #1 or #2. As we hire 3 more coaches to reach 9, you will likely move into a Senior or Managing position.
- The Profit Shift: Once the academy hits financial stability, the salary model shifts to profit sharing. If you fill these courts, you will earn significantly more than a standard hourly wage.
- Facility: 8 pristine courts and competitive pathway support.
Responsibilities:
- Lead daily after-school clinics (4 PM – 9 PM) for junior competitive groups (Green Dot, Yellow Ball, and High School).
- Actively sell and fill private/semi-private lesson slots during morning/day/weekend hours.
- Assist in the "launch phase": help run open houses, demo days, and evaluation clinics to attract the first 50 students.
- Mentor junior coaches as the team expands.
How to Apply:
Please send your Tennis Resume (UTR#, coaching history) and a 2-minute video or brief paragraph explaining how you would sell tennis to a new family walking into our facility. Also a video of you playing.Job Types: Full-time, ContractPay: From $48,000.00 per yearApplication Question(s):
- Share your tennis experience and UTR rating.
Ability to Commute:
- Santa Clara, CA 95054 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Santa Clara, CA 95054: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
