2026-2027 Head Tennis Coach / Teacher

South San Antonio Independent School District•San Antonio, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Tennis Coach / Teacher will implement and maintain an athletic program that fosters competition, good sportsmanship, and community pride. This role contributes to the educational program as a whole, supporting the growth of students involved in athletics. The position requires a Bachelor's degree, a valid Texas Teachers Certificate, and satisfactory background check results. Key responsibilities include instructing and supervising student athletes, managing athletic activities, establishing performance criteria, ensuring compliance with UIL rules, and maintaining student eligibility. The coach will also communicate with parents and staff, manage inventory and records, and supervise student athletic assistants. The role involves working both indoors and outdoors, with frequent travel and irregular hours, and requires maintaining emotional control under stress.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Valid secondary or all level certification
Texas Teachers Certificate
Satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check
General knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures
Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) rules & regulations
Ability to instruct, supervise, and implement leadership qualities
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to attract athletes to basketball program in grades K-12
Minimum of 3 years coaching experience at 4A or 5A High School level

Responsibilities

Implement and maintain an athletic program that fosters competition, good sportsmanship, and community pride.
Contribute to the educational program as a whole to the growth of students involved in athletics.
Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the assigned program.
Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.
Work with other members of school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes.
Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students' athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis.
Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Keep informed of and ensure compliance with all UIL rules.
Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of coaching program and make changes based on findings.
Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions.
Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulations with regard to academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.
Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook.
Encourage, by example and through instruction, sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.
Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
Maintain accurate supply inventory and equipment records.
Compile, maintain, and file all UIL reports, records, and other documents on a timely basis.
Plan, organize, and coordinate supervision of all basketball events at the campus level.
Supervise assigned student athletic assistants.