Golf Camp Lesson Instructor

The Wilmette Park District offers Summer Short-term staff the following benefits: Individual Seasonal Beach and Pool Pass, One (1) parking decal for Gillson Beach (over 16 years of age only), Individual Center Fitness Club Membership for June – August 2026.

JOB SUMMARY: The Golf Camp Instructor is responsible for assisting the Head Golf Professional in supervising all daily golf programming at the facility. Lead and develop lesson plans. Golf coaches must teach the fundamentals of the game to golfers of all abilities in a fun and interactive way, using a combination of traditional and non-traditional methods.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure that classes are set up on time according to the lesson plan

• Maintain consistent attendance

• Start and end scheduled classes on time

• Maintain and organize the equipment storage area

• Make the game fun for junior golfers

• Be charismatic, personable and motivated when working with campers

• Actively contribute to the Park District's sustainability goals

• Perform other related duties as assigned, based on agency needs

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Actively support the safety program that will effectively control and reduce accidents

• Obey the practical safety rules, regulations, and procedures established by the Wilmette Park District safety program that are pertinent to the activities conducted by the department

• Become familiar with and follow the safety procedures of the Wilmette Park District, including, but not limited to, fire, severe weather, and evacuation procedures

• Promptly report all unsafe actions, practices, or conditions observed to the immediate supervisor, Human Resources/Risk Management division

• Attend and participate in required safety training

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Entering senior year of high school and above

• One or more years experience working as a youth coach, i.e., camps, classes, and after-school programming

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of golf terms, rules, and equipment required.

• High School playing experience preferred

• Understand the fundamentals of the golf swing

• Ability to engage with children in a warm, supportive, and structured manner

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Dependability, flexibility, and a team-player attitude

• Clear decision-making and problem-solving skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Stand, walk, and stay active for long periods while leading drills and supervising campers

• Demonstrate golf skills, including swinging, putting, and other movements that require coordination and range of motion

• Lift, carry, and set up equipment such as golf bags, clubs, cones, and training aids

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of what an employee will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. This is primarily an outdoor position, with work taking place in varying weather conditions depending on the season. Some work may occur indoors in a smoke-free environment with controlled temperature and fluorescent lighting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

HOURS:

• Scheduled for 30 to 40 hours per week based on program needs

• Typical daily shift is 10:00am to 4:00pm

• Schedule may vary depending on program needs and weather conditions