Upper School Assistant Girls Tennis Coach

University Preparatory Academy•Seattle, WA

17h

About The Position

University Prep (UPrep) is seeking a talented, engaging, and compassionate Upper School Girls Tennis Coach . We look for staff and faculty who share our belief that a culturally rich and inclusive school community provides students with the best possible environment for a quality education. We need a leader who understands best practices in coaching tennis and thrives on working independently as well as part of a team. If that sounds like you, we’d like to hear from you. Job Summary: Under general supervision, is responsible for working with the tennis coaching team to lead our Junior Varsity and/or JVC Tennis teams. Season begins on March 3rd and concludes in mid-May. Practices held approximately 3-4 times a week Monday-Friday from 3:00-5:30pm, with the of matches on weekdays and Saturdays.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required
Demonstrated competence and experience in coaching tennis required
Must be a strong, successful tennis player
Deep knowledge of the intricacies of the game of Tennis
Understanding of the developmental needs of upper school- aged students
Efficient, well organized, and able to handle a variety of duties simultaneously
Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the students and program
Professional manner, discretion, and appearance
Sense of humor, energy and enthusiasm and ability to hold students and oneself to high expectations
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent customer service skills and strong work ethic
Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds
Ability to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff
Ability to work and communicate well with students and their parents
Ability to maintain confidential information
Proficient in appropriate computer skills and office equipment
Ability to stand for long periods
Awareness of proper body mechanics to prevent injury
Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, walk, and talk
Ability to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to work outside in any weather

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in physical education or related field from a four-year college or university preferred
Recent successful coaching experience in an Upper School environment preferred
Must possess or be willing to obtain valid First Aid/CPR card

Responsibilities

Teaches appropriate fundamentals, techniques and skills
Is responsible for health and safety of the athletes
In cooperation with Varsity Head Coach, articulates a well-defined and understandable coaching philosophy
Applies developmentally appropriate and age appropriate methods to coaching student-athletes
Emphasizes sportsmanship and leadership among athletes
Clearly communicates to players, parents, administrators and staff
Positively motivates athletes and promote teamwork
Attends all meetings and trainings as required by the league and/or Athletic Director
Is familiar with and complies with all policies and regulations as put forth in the school’s documents
Since safety and security are everyone’s responsibility, takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, faculty, staff, equipment, materials and facilities
Performs other duties as assigned