Assistant Tennis Coach

Young World Physical Education; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 36,783 - 44,115; Part time

Job summary

A local education institution seeks an Assistant Tennis Coach for the 2025-2026 school year in Vancouver, Washington. The role involves developing athletes through practices and game oversight, while ensuring a positive experience and adherence to sports policies. The ideal candidate has coaching experience, a strong understanding of tennis, and skills in communication and leadership. The position offers a salary range of $3,296 to $3,953 per season.

Qualifications

• Recent coaching experience with K-12 athletes preferred.
• Ability to develop athletes and comply with policies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct practices focusing on proper technique.
• Attend and supervise athletes at games.
• Communicate effectively with students and parents.

Skills

Knowledge of the sport

Verbal and written communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Ability to work with diverse groups

Education

Current First Aid and CPR certification

Job description

Overview

Assistant Tennis Coach — Vancouver Public Schools Skyview High School - Vancouver, Washington

This job is also posted in Vancouver Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5579758

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 10, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Flexibility in working hours required

For the 2025-2026 school year

Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Exempt

Benefits: Detailed information, including eligibility criteria, can be found here .

We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.

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Position Definition

Under the direction of the building Athletic Director, building Principal, and district Athletic Director, the coach provides a comprehensive athletics program in the specified sport to include conducting practices, overseeing games and game strategy, educating and developing athletes, and complying with WIAA policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the sport in which the candidate is making application
• Recent coaching experience, with K-12 athletes preferred
• Current First Aid and CPR card, or ability to obtain prior to the established start date
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience which demonstrates strong organizational skills
• Experience which demonstrates strong leadership skills
• Ability to work cooperatively with students and parents who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse

Essential Functions

• Develop and articulate a vision for the program that embraces character development and a positive experience for all athletes
• Recruit student athletes for the coach’s school for participation
• Conduct practices for the team that focus on proper technique and mechanics of the sport
• Attend and supervise athletes at games, and execute game strategy
• Attend yearly Coaches’ Institute training in August
• Teach and demonstrate appropriate sportsmanship with athletes, parents and the school community.
• Organize, supervise, and evaluate practice sessions.
• Know and adhere to WIAA, league, district, and building rules and policies.
• Complete required district and WIAA trainings around sport specific rules and safety.
• Maintain and inventory uniforms and equipment.
• Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms and work cooperatively in an effective and positive manner with diverse parties to include staff, students, parents, and community
• Work successfully as a team player and follow the Head Coach/Athletic Director’s program direction
• Treat co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
• Serve as a positive role model for students, and practice the behaviors that are expected of our students
• Work in a flexible and cooperative manner
• Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Working Conditions

• Work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
• Exposure to blood and other body fluids which may contain hazardous and/or infectious agents
• Ability to lift and move moderately sized objects up to 50 pounds

Such alternative to the above requirements and desirable qualifications may be made as the District finds appropriate and acceptable. It is understood that the district has the right to transfer and assign employees to best fit the needs of the district. Coaches appointed a position in any given school may be re-appointed to the same position for the subsequent school year without further posting.

Position Type: Varies

Salary: $3,296 to $3,953 Per Season

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