Tennis Coach

Position Summary:              Responsible for all aspects of training and coaching student-athletes.

Position Responsibilities

• Prepares and delivers a tennis training program for all student-athletes.
• Assesses the skill development of each student-athlete, and partners with school staff and performance coaches to ensure their ongoing comprehensive development.
• Assists with the psychological preparation of the student-athlete in both pre-match and post-match.
• Develops motivational approach to practice and matches.
• Works to develop comprehensive knowledge of tennis in decision-making, handling authority and setting and meeting objectives.
• Interacts with the student-athlete as a mentor and as an educator of the sport.
• Partners with the student-athlete’s parent/guardian regarding their overall development.
• Effectively communicates to student-athletes and their parents/guardians.
• Assures that proper safety is maintained.
• Assists in the college placement of the student-athlete.
• Travels to tournaments and other events as needed.
• Assists in the recruiting of prospective student-athletes.
• Adheres to all company policies, procedures and business ethic codes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Ability 

• Experience in coaching &/or playing tennis at the professional &/or collegiate level
• Bachelor’s degree in physical education, sports management, business administration or a similar sports or business related field or the equivalent
• Proficiency in all tennis training and instructional techniques
• Strong commitment to student-athletes and their development
• Desire to work collaboratively with colleagues
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to comprehensive excellence

Preferred Skills

• Bilingual
• CPR Certification
• USPTA certification
• Valid driver’s license with ability to drive for tournaments, games, travel
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Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to lift, move, push and pull equipment in excess of 40 pounds
• Ability to handle outdoor conditions for a reasonable period of time
• Ability to move around campus including gym, turf, fields, etc.
• Ability to work flexible hours to include nights, weekends and holidays

Background Requirements

• Requires a background check upon offer
• Requires a drug check upon offer

EOE, Disabled & Veterans