Middle School Assistant Tennis Coach

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Idaho Teaching Certification, American Sport Education Program Certification, or National Federation of Interscholastic Coaches Association Certification.
• Certification in first aid and CPR.
• Demonstrated knowledge of tennis, sports training, conditioning, injury prevention, kinesiology, management, and the rules of the Idaho High School Activities Association Handbook.
• Related experience as determined by the head coach and/or the Board.
• Ability to foster and sustain students' interest in the sport and promote skill development.
• Possess good organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work well with students, parents, and colleagues.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise assigned teams and players, overseeing an assigned area of focus such as offense, defense, goalie, or transition game.
• Attend all tryouts, practice meetings, and in-school events, and help supervise students during related field trips and other out-of-school functions.
• Help organize practice schedules and game rosters.
• Assist the Head Coach in assigning positions to players, and develop strategies and styles of play.
• Attend out-of-school meetings, supervise fundraisers, and help students prepare for competitions.
• Coach individual participants of varying abilities in the skills necessary for achievement in the sport involved.
• Help track student performance throughout the season and develop stat sheets on players.
• Ensure the safety of the students and maintain responsibility for the security of equipment and facilities.
• Ensure that safety equipment is used correctly.
• Comply with federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy pertaining to medical procedures and student athletes, including the district’s concussion policy.
• Help ensure that students are eligible to participate, and that they have had any necessary physical examinations.
• Actively promote the athletic program, seek student participation, and select team members.