Graduate Assistant for Women’s Tennis

Saint Leo University, Inc.; Saint Leo (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a renowned educational institution for a Graduate Assistant in Women’s Tennis. This role involves coaching, recruiting, and supporting student-athletes in their academic and athletic journeys. The ideal candidate will bring leadership and interpersonal skills to foster a positive environment for growth. Join a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in athletics and academics, where your contributions will help shape the future of aspiring athletes. If you are passionate about tennis and education, this is the perfect chance to make a difference!

Qualifications

• Must be a full-time graduate student at Saint Leo University.
• Knowledge of tennis coaching tactics is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting and evaluating student-athletes for the tennis program.
• Instruct and supervise practices and player conditioning.
• Provide administrative support for the tennis program.

Skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal communication

Tennis coaching tactics and techniques

Motivational abilities

Computer program proficiency

Education

Current enrollment in a graduate program

Tools

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

Graduate Assistant for Women’s Tennis

Job Description Summary

The assistant/graduate assistant provides assistance in all phases of coaching the Division II Women’s tennis program including; student-athlete recruitment, match preparation, player evaluation, academic coordination and practice and match coaching. Also, provide administrative support as assigned.

Job Description

Duties and Tasks:

• Implementing and coordinating the recruitment process.
• Organizing, recruitment/evaluation of student-athletes
• Instructing and supervising practices and player conditioning
• Providing appropriate leadership, direction, and supervision relevant to the academic progress and personal development of student-athletes within the Women’s tennis program
• Creating a positive and productive environment for student-athletes.
• Assist with the administrative functions with the Women’s intercollegiate tennis program:
• Coordinating travel for team trips, recruiting, and official visits.
• Monitoring academic progress of student-athletes
• Participate in promotional and public relations to advance athletic programs by:
• Representing the Department of Athletics at designated University, departmental and community functions.
• Serving in public relations capacities as needed.
• Encouraging staff and student-athletes to participate in community service activities.
• Promote the University’s core values to students, co-workers, and the university community.
• Build effective partnerships with co-workers throughout the University by freely sharing appropriate information and providing assistance when needed.
• Maintaining an environment that is welcoming to persons of all backgrounds, nationalities, and roles.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Minimum Requirements:

• Current enrollment as a full-time student in a Saint Leo University graduate school program is required.
• Graduate students in any major are eligible to apply.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of coaching tennis tactics and techniques

Skills:

• Leadership skills
• Well-developed interpersonal communication skills to deal with recruits and their parents
• Valid Driver’s License

Abilities:

• Ability to motivate student-athletes
• Ability to effectively work with collegiate student-athletes
• Ability to recruit student athletes
• Demonstrated ability to use computer programs

ENVIRONMENT:

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