Assistant Men's Tennis Coach

ProTennisJobs.com; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

University in Providence, Rhode Island seeks an Assistant Men's Tennis Coach to support the Head Coach in practice planning, game strategy, and player mentorship. This role emphasizes individual development and clear communication with athletes and staff.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree with 2–4 years of collegiate coaching experience, excellent organizational skills, and a solid understanding of recruitment and performance analysis to drive team success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 2–4 years of coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate level.
• Strong knowledge of the sport and player development.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Coach with practice planning, game strategy and player mentorship.
• Develop individual players and communicate with athletes and staff.
• Contribute to recruiting initiatives and evaluation processes.
• Utilize video analysis and performance reviews to guide feedback and growth.

Skills

Coaching

Player development

Communication

Video analysis

Recruiting

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Video analysis tools

Job description

Assistant Men's Tennis Coach University in Providence, Rhode Island is looking for an Assistant Men's Tennis Coach.

Position Overview

The Assistant Coach is the assistant to the Head Coach, taking on significant responsibilities in practice planning, game strategy, and player mentorship. This role focuses on individual player development and serves as a direct line of communication between the head coach and athletes.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2-4 years of coaching experience, preferably at the collegiate level.
• Strong knowledge of the sport and player development.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Job Competencies

• Solid understanding of the sport's rules, strategies, and techniques.
• Working knowledge of NCAA/league compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of athlete skill development and position-specific training.
• Understanding of recruiting processes and athlete evaluation methods.
• Awareness of injury prevention and safe training practices.
• Strong instructional and coaching skills for both individual and team development.
• Effective communication skills with athletes, colleagues, and recruits.
• Organization and time management skills.
• Ability to utilize video analysis and performance review tools.
• Basic data collection and performance tracking skills.
• Ability to assist in designing and executing practice plans.
• Ability to evaluate athlete performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Ability to support recruiting initiatives and relationship-building with prospective athletes.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and respond effectively under pressure.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to compliance standards.