High School and Junior High Assistant Tennis Coach

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) rules.
• Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the sport assigned.
• Assist with the management and supervision of athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.
• Assist with the establishment of performance criteria for competition and evaluation of students’ athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis. Model performance criteria and physical movements required for successful student performance of sport.
• Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist with ensuring compliance with all UIL rules.
• Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions in assigned sports both at-home and on out-of-town trips.
• Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Encourage, by example and through instruction, sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.