Girls Tennis Head Coach

Deer Park School District•Deer Park, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Girls Tennis Head Coach provides knowledge, motivation, and leadership to help student athletes reach their potential while supporting their physical well-being, moral character, and social and mental development. The coach leads the tennis program at Deer Park High School during the 2027 season, working with assistant coaches and promoting the interscholastic program in harmony with the school’s overall program. The position requires supervising athletes during practices, competitions, and travel; following district safety and injury procedures; communicating with athletes’ families; and ensuring equal opportunities for participants. The position is paid a seasonal stipend of $3,360–$5,436, depending on experience, and is not eligible for benefits or retirement.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Must have current First Aid/CPR certification or be able to obtain it by the start of the season.
Must understand the sport, including its safety practices, techniques, rules, and progression of skill development.
Previous applicable coaching experience is required.
Demonstrated successful experience building relationships with players, parents, and the community is required.
Ability to motivate students and support development of a successful program.
Ability to consistently meet schedule responsibilities for practices, coaching preparation, competitions, and related activities.
Ability to plan practices and events and organize the materials and people needed to carry them out.
Ability to develop players’ skills, game knowledge, leadership, and commitment to the team.
Ability to work positively, professionally, and equitably with students, colleagues, parents, and officials.
Applicants must submit an online application with a resume, cover letter, three letters of reference, and confidential reference checks (at least one, including the most recent supervisor).
Newly hired employees must complete a Washington State Patrol and FBI background check before hire.
Verification of identity and United States work authorization must be completed before employment begins.

Responsibilities

Instruct athletes in tennis techniques, rules, and safety practices.
Develop and organize the practice program with assistant coaches, and schedule and conduct practices as agreed.
Supervise athletes from the start of practices or games until every athlete is picked up, and know where participants are at all times.
Supervise athletes on buses while traveling to other schools.
Promote the school’s interscholastic program and ensure the tennis program supports the overall school program.
Model high ethical and moral conduct, including respect and support for contest officials.
Foster appreciation of athletics, good sportsmanship, and pride in self, team, school, and community among participants and spectators.
Promote healthy lifestyles to student athletes.
Follow safety laws, district policies, and the district’s injury care and prevention procedures; report injuries to the Athletic Director.
Supervise assistant coaches, communicate expectations, and monitor their performance.
Recognize and follow athlete health plans.
Communicate with parents in a timely, proactive, and professional manner.
Provide equal opportunities for athletes in accordance with the student nondiscrimination policy.
Perform other related duties assigned by the Athletic Director.