Youth Tennis Coach

Responsibilities:

• Use an athlete-centered coach philosophy and model appropriate ethical behavior.
• Adhere to program rules and guidelines, and the organization's code of conduct.
• Create a safe sport environment and develop a culture free from harassment and abuse.
• Build inclusive practices into the program for all groups aligned with current legal and ethical guidelines.
• Develop a positive climate by emphasizing effort and improvement, enjoyment, and learning from mistakes.
• Understand how to develop athletic potential, enhance physical literacy, and encourage lifelong physical activity through sport.
• Implement practice plans provided by the administration that focus on the technical skills of the sport and are based on age-appropriate progression.
• Teach sport-specific skills, life skills, and competitive strategies relative to the organization's mission and provide varied instructional techniques.
• Demonstrate self-control in competitive situations and possess a willingness to improve coaching practice through the organization's training and coach education.

Requirements:

• Basic Coach Education Course.
• CPR/First Aid Training.
• Safe Sport Training.
• Successful completion of a background check.