Who are the Tennis Instructors?

USPTA Professional Derek Baker helps a young boy with his form.     The tennis component of TEAM is overseen by the Tennis Director and supported by MTEF Staff.  All instructors must be interviewed in person before being hired by MTEF. A comprehensive workshop covers employment issues, job responsibilities, group teaching techniques, and interpersonal skills.  To view a copy of the MTEF Coaching and Staff Handbook click here. To view and print a copy of the 2008 Recreational Coaches Workshop Flyer click here.
    
An instructor gives a boy pointers on his serve.    

MTEF is always looking for qualified, energetic tennis instructors to assist with TEAM.  If you are interested in learning more about teaching tennis, contact us at mtef4tennis@sbcglobal.net, or (414) 442-8195.  Please see our TEAM Program page to view where we are offering a TEAM program nearest you. To view a complete listing of the days and times of current sites please click on our event calendar. 

    
USPTA Professional Bob Johnson instructs a young student at the 2005 Rally.    

To give potential instructors a better idea of the TEAM program we have developed a Serving Their Future Brochure. To view the Serving Their Future Brochure click here.

In addition to hiring, MTEF has made a commitment to train our instructors so they will become the best coaches possible. 

All instructors will be given a copy of the MTEF Policy & Procedures Manual.  To view and print a copy of this curriculum please go to our Tennis Curriculum page. 
    
Games like butts-up are a favorite of the kids.    

This manual covers the rules, regulations and employment conditions of MTEF.  In addition, all TEAM staff members must fill out a TEAM Employment and Volunteer Application.  To print a copy of this application click here.  To view these applications you must have Adobe Reader.  (Don't have it?  Click here to download a FREE version.)

If you would like to apply online to become an instructor please click here. 

    
A.J. Pant instructs during the 2005 NJTL Rally.     While there is a certain progression and logic in the way the TEAM program has been developed, there is room for improvising.  TEAM instructors are taught to use their own creativity and experience to develop ideas to meet the needs of the children in the particular setting in which they are teaching.  Make a commitment to CHOOSE YOUR ATTITUDE, BE THERE, MAKE THEIR DAY, and PLAY.  This commitment from all TEAM staff will not only enrich the lives of the children, but ours as well.  Welcome to TEAM, make it a great experience!