Head Coach - Boys Tennis

Illinois School District U-46•South Elgin, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Varsity Coach leads the boys tennis program at South Elgin High School and is responsible for all levels of the program. The role provides knowledge, motivation, and leadership so students can develop their potential through interscholastic athletics while supporting their physical well-being, moral character, and social and mental development. Academic eligibility is the priority. The coach plans, organizes, and oversees a comprehensive program in alignment with the objectives of the school’s athletic program. The coach leads and evaluates assistant and lower-level coaches; coordinates with the Athletic Director and athletic office on staffing, schedules, facilities, transportation, budget, equipment, and fundraising; and maintains communication with athletes, families, school staff, and the community. The coach is responsible for safe and effective practices and events, student eligibility and conduct, sportsmanship, program records and reporting, and the program’s long-term success. Employment terms follow the IHSA-approved athletic calendar and district policy.

Requirements

Proper certification through the American Sport Education Program and/or a valid Illinois teaching certificate.
Pass IHSA-required tests and view required videos.
Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.
Ability to handle and react professionally to stressful situations.
Demonstrated positive conduct and adherence to disciplinary guidelines in previous coaching positions.
Knowledge of and ability to implement effective coaching theory, strategies, and techniques appropriate for high school athletes.
A verifiable record of emphasizing good sportsmanship, academic excellence, positive attitudes, and character.

Nice To Haves

Head varsity coaching experience or equivalent professional coaching or player-level experience.

Responsibilities

Direct and lead the coaching staff, monitor assistant and lower-level coaches’ duties, and evaluate coaches annually.
Design an organizational structure that reports to the Athletic Director and assist with selecting athletic staff and volunteers.
Work with the athletic secretary to verify that participants are registered and eligible.
Assist the Athletic Director and Assistant Athletic Director(s) with game and practice schedules, facilities, transportation, and the program budget.
Plan practice sessions and competition strategies that protect student participants’ health and physical well-being.
Coordinate pre-season parent meetings to review eligibility requirements, athletic and student conduct codes, team rules, injury prevention, and sport risks.
Coordinate practice and competition schedules with the athletic office during off-season, summer, and in-season periods.
Submit equipment, supply, and uniform purchase requests; maintain inventory and oversee equipment selection and care.
Maintain cooperative working relationships and effective communication with athletes, administrators, staff, students, parents, and the community.
Maintain positive public relations with media, boosters, parents, officials, players, fans, and local youth programs.
Work with student athletes of varying abilities and backgrounds to foster commitment, discipline, and teamwork.
Model and promote sportsmanship and fair play.
Monitor athletic and academic eligibility and inform students and parents about NCAA registration deadlines and academic requirements.
Encourage athletes to use Honest Game or a similar NCAA tracking system and help them prepare for college.
Take reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Plan, organize, and conduct safe, effective daily practices and other events.
Apply and enforce student discipline under the U-46 Athletic Code of Conduct and U-46 Student Code of Conduct.
Build and sustain a competitive program supported and respected by the school staff and community.
Coordinate fundraising with the Athletic Director and maintain accurate records of collected and deposited funds in accordance with district policy.
Provide game results to the media; maintain season and game statistics and records; and provide requested statistical reports to the Athletic Director.
Build relationships with local athletics organizations and K-8 sports programs to support the program’s long-term success.
Attend Freshman Orientation, incoming 8th Grade Night, and other related activities as applicable.
Submit a written annual end-of-season program evaluation and recommendations to the Athletic Director.
Engage in personal professional development activities and perform other duties or attend events as assigned by the Athletic Director.