Program Team

First Tee – Virginia Blue Ridge is seeking a mission-driven PGA Associate or Professional to lead youth golf instruction and create meaningful player development pathways at the First Tee Clubhouse at Ix Park and partner locations. This role focuses on delivering exceptional First Tee programming, strengthening coach and volunteer development, and expanding player development opportunities through lessons, leagues, tournaments, and innovative indoor golf experiences.

Unlike a traditional Assistant Golf Professional role, this position combines instruction, player development, golf operations, facility management, and leadership while providing meaningful ownership of player development initiatives.  It offers the opportunity to shape the future of junior golf and positively impact young people through the values of First Tee across the region.

Program Team

First Tee – Virginia Blue Ridge is seeking an energetic, mission-driven, and reliable Program Coordinator to deliver youth golf programming, enhance participant experiences, and assist with daily operations across our indoor facility, partner golf courses, and community locations.

Program Coordinators are coaches, mentors, and ambassadors for First Tee. They build meaningful relationships with participants and families while delivering engaging instruction that develops golf skills, confidence, and character. When not coaching, they help create a welcoming and customer-focused facility experience.

This position provides hands-on experience in youth development, golf instruction, player development, and golf operations, with opportunities for expanded responsibilities, PGA Membership, First Tee Coach Certification, and long-term career growth.

434-987-0133 ext. 101

Program Team

“I grew up in Alexandria, VA, participating in competitive dance and swim through high school. I then continued my dance career at Syracuse University, where I was a 4-year member and 2-year captain of the Syracuse University Dance Team, and earned my Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast & Digital Journalism. I remained at Syracuse to complete my Master’s in Higher Education, while serving as Dance Team Head Coach and working in the Office of Student-Athlete Engagement. My higher education experience has taken me to several other colleges and universities, including UVA’s McIntire School of Commerce and Virginia Tech Athletics. I come from a family of college athletes, including my brother (Baseball/Lafayette College) and dad (Basketball/UVA) and enjoy getting out on the course for some healthy competition with my family. With a passion for sports, leadership, and education, I’m excited to serve First Tee Families through building unique and engaging experiences for the next generation of golfers and leaders!”

Program and Development Team

434-987-0133 ext. 105

“I graduated from James Madison University with a degree in Marketing and a double minor in Spanish and Honors Interdisciplinary Studies. Growing up I had a passion for adventure, beginning Girl Scouts in kindergarten, earning my Gold Award, and continuing to serve on our regional board of directors. I was also involved in Western Albemarle high school’s cheerleading team, newspaper, and served as editor for our yearly creative writing magazine. I’ve worked in marketing for over 5 years now and discovered First Tee when I moved back to the Charlottesville area, excited to make an impact in our local community!”

Development Team

434-987-0133 ext. 102