Assistant Boys Tennis Coach

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head Coach with supervising athletes during practices and competition.
• Assist the Head Coach with instructing players in the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
• Organize and direct individual and small group practice activities as directed by the Head Coach.
• Assist the Head Coach with game strategy.
• Maintains the equipment in orderly condition and assumes responsibility for its security.
• Model behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
• Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.
• Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.

Requirements:

• 1-3 years of experience coaching Tennis at the High School level preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the game is paramount. Extensive knowledge of current coaching techniques and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to instruct and supervise student athletes.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Must possess the ability to relate to students and to teach them on and off the court.
• Must be willing to accept a high level of accountability.
• Must possess the ability to assess players.
• Candidates will be interviewed and the candidate who ranks highest in the interview process and meets the requirements of the position will be recommended for the position.

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