Assistant Coach - Tennis

College of Lake County • Grayslake, IL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

An assistant coach's job is to support the head coach by assisting in various aspects of the program, including coaching, training, recruiting, and administrative duties. They work closely with the head coach to develop and implement training plans, analyze player performance, and strategize game plans.

Requirements

• Previous coaching or playing experience.
• Technical knowledge of the sport of tennis.
• A valid driver’s license and clean driving record is required.
• This position requires the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, as well as stand, walk, bend, and move as necessary to perform job-related tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with practice sessions, including organizing drills and teaching skills.
• Providing individual and group instruction to players.
• Developing and implementing training programs.
• Assisting with game strategy and preparation.
• Providing support during games, including issuing instructions and advice to players.
• Analyzing game performance and providing feedback to the head coach.
• Assisting with recruiting efforts, including scouting potential players and contacting them.
• Supporting athletes' academic and personal development.
• Managing equipment and supplies.
• Recording statistics and data.
• Communicating with parents and other stakeholders.
• Scheduling games and travel arrangements.
• Maintaining knowledge of the sport and coaching techniques.
• Ensuring compliance with all team, league, and institution rules.
• Maintaining a positive and inclusive team environment.

Benefits

• competitive salary
• excellent benefits that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois health, Delta Dental and Superior Vision insurance plans
• tuition support for employees and qualified family members
• three retirement plans
• disability, group and supplemental life insurance
• health and dependent care flexible spending account plans
• a compressed work week in the summer (Closed Fridays!)
• generous vacation, sick and personal time off
• 14 paid holidays each year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed