Assistant Coach, Tennis (Part-Time)

Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care and education seeks a Part-Time Assistant Coach to support team development and operations. This role involves assisting with training sessions, game preparation, and scouting, while fostering a positive team culture. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership and communication skills, along with a passion for developing student-athletes. Join a dynamic environment committed to excellence in both athletics and academics, where your contributions will help shape the future of aspiring athletes.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.
• Prior coaching and competitive experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and leading training sessions and game strategies.
• Support opponent scouting and team preparation for competitions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Player Development

Recruiting

Scouting

NCAA Compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Details

The Part-Time Assistant Coach plays a vital role in supporting the head coach in all aspects of team development and operations. Responsibilities include assisting with training sessions, game preparation, and in-game strategy, as well as scouting, recruiting, and player development. The coach will help foster a competitive and positive team culture while ensuring student-athletes meet academic and athletic expectations. Additional duties may involve video analysis, travel coordination, and compliance with NCAA and conference regulations. This position requires strong leadership, communication, and a passion for developing student-athletes both on and off the field.

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Coaching & Player Development - Assist in planning and leading training sessions, game strategies, and individual player development.
• Recruiting & Scouting - Identify, evaluate, and communicate with prospective student-athletes in compliance with NCAA regulations.
• Game & Practice Preparation - Support opponent scouting, video analysis, and team preparation for practices and competitions.
• Administrative Support - Assist with travel logistics, equipment management, and ensuring compliance with NCAA and conference rules.
• Student-Athlete Support & Team Culture - Promote academic success, leadership, and a positive team environment on and off the field.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required):

• Working knowledge of NCAA Division II rules preferred

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's preferred

AND

Experience:

• Prior coaching and competitive experience is requested, with collegiate coaching experience preferred.

Minimum Certifications, Registration or License Requirements:

Valid Driver's License preferred

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Primary Location Address

3243 School House Lane, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.