Graduate Assistant - Men's Tennis

Saint Leo University Brasil • San Jose, CA

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About The Position

Under the supervision and guidance of the head coach, the Graduate Assistant coach aids in all phases of coaching and mentorship for the Division II Men’s Tennis program. The role includes student-athlete recruitment, game preparation, player evaluation, academic coordination, and practice and game-day coaching. The assistant supports student-athletes’ academic progress and personal development while fostering a positive, productive team environment. The position must adhere to University, conference, NCAA Division II, SSC, and departmental rules, policies, and procedures, and support the University’s philosophy, goals, and mission. Other coaching-related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Knowledge of tennis coaching tactics and techniques.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and compliance.
• Leadership skills.
• Well-developed interpersonal communication skills for dealing with recruits and their parents.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to motivate and effectively work with collegiate student-athletes.
• Ability to recruit student-athletes.
• Demonstrated ability to use computer programs.
• Ability to demonstrate proper tennis techniques and set up and move equipment needed for practices and games.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in teaching team members the individual skills and techniques associated with tennis.
• Assist the head coach in implementing game tactics and strategy.
• Guide team members on proper nutrition for optimal collegiate performance.
• Guide team members through strength and conditioning training.
• Mentor team members on time management strategies for balancing academic and athletic demands.
• Mentor the team captain on leadership.
• Instruct, monitor, counsel, and assist student-athletes to ensure satisfactory academic progress and eligibility.
• Provide leadership, direction, and supervision relevant to student-athletes’ academic progress and personal development.
• Create a positive and productive environment for student-athletes.
• Assist with scheduling opponents, balancing home and away, conference and non-conference, and regional games.
• Assist with monitoring student-athletes’ academic success.
• Follow University, conference, NCAA, SSC, and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Perform other coaching-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free tuition for employees, spouses, and dependents.
• Tuition Exchange opportunity for employees’ dependents.
• Paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Teledoc, Surgery Plus, wellness incentive program, and other services through the group medical plan.
• 100% employer-funded health reimbursement account.
• 100% employer-paid short-term disability insurance.
• 100% employer-funded employee assistance program, with healthcare and dependent options.
• Employer-provided life insurance.
• Discounted on-campus dining meal plans.
• Nationwide pet insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Wellness Center.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level