Head Boys Tennis Coach

Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

The Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District seeks a dedicated athletic coach for the upcoming season. This extra-curricular position provides a stipend and supports student-athletes through mentorship, skill development, and commitment to team values.

Responsibilities include ensuring safety, enforcing policies, coordinating schedules and transportation, and serving as a positive role model at practices and events while aligning with district expectations.

Qualifications

• Iowa Coaching Authorization or Coaching Endorsement (BOEE) is required.
• Current certifications: CPR/AED, Concussion in Sports, Heat Illness Prevention.
• Strong knowledge of sport-specific rules, techniques, and strategy.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Understanding of Iowa high school eligibility and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Enforces athletic policies approved by the board.
• Coordinates scheduling, transportation, and tournament logistics.
• Maintains safety and equipment standards.
• Monitors student-athlete academics and behavior.
• Reports injuries and maintains documentation within 24 hours.
• Mentors student-athletes and collaborates with families.

Skills

Strong knowledge of sport-specific规则,?

Education

Iowa Coaching Authorization or Coaching Endorsement (BOEE)

Tools

CPR/AED Certification

Concussion in Sports

Heat Illness Prevention

Job description

Reports To: Athletic Director / Building Principal

Position Type: Extra-Curricular / Stipend

GENERAL PURPOSE

The success of athletic programs has a direct impact on the public image of the Waverly- Shell Rock Community School District. With high community involvement and expectations, coaches must balance a competitive spirit with the district's core values of sportsmanship, student well-being, and character development. While performance is publicly visible, the ultimate goal of the athletic program is to build student-athletes of high character, strong mental health, and academic commitment. This role may involve extended hours, injury risk management, and decision-making under pressure. Coaches are expected to apply sound judgment and common sense when situations arise that fall outside explicit policies.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Program & Policy Implementation

• Understands and enforces all athletic policies approved by the WSR Board of Education.
• Applies district, state (IHSAA/IGHSAU), and conference regulations consistently across the program.
• Follows proper administrative channels for communication, concerns, and grievance resolution.
• Attends relevant department, district, and league meetings.

Administrative Duties

• Assists the Athletic Director with scheduling, transportation, and tournament logistics.
• Coordinates facility use with custodial and maintenance staff.
• Collects and verifies physicals, consent forms, and eligibility documentation per state rules.
• Maintains safe equipment and facility standards.
• Provides timely feedback and recommendations for program improvements.

Coaching Responsibilities

• Serves as a mentor and role model promoting respect, effort, and integrity.
• Monitors academic progress and behavioral expectations of athletes.
• Maintains a visible and supportive presence at all practices, contests, and travel.
• Distributes training rules, program expectations, and emergency procedures.
• Reports injuries and submits documentation within 24 hours.
• Directs and supervises team managers, statisticians, and support staff.
• Follows due process in disciplinary matters and communicates proactively with families.
• Assists student-athletes with post-secondary athletic and academic opportunities.

Finance &Equipment Oversight

• Collaborates on annual budgeting needs with the Athletic Director.
• Maintains inventory and accountability for all team equipment.
• Issues, labels, stores, and reconditions equipment in a timely and organized manner.
• Monitors access to locker rooms, equipment rooms, and coaches' offices.
• Inspects facilities pre- and post-event for safety and cleanliness.
• Encourages student respect for school property and personal responsibility for equipment.
• Secures school property (lights, doors, windows) when custodians are not on site.

Public &Community Relations

• Organizes preseason parent/player meetings.
• Promotes the program within the school and community, encouraging multi-sport participation.
• Manages communication with media regarding team performance, schedules, and results.
• Supports positive relationships with booster clubs, youth programs, parents, and officials.
• Helps develop feeder systems in cooperation with community leagues and middle school coaches.
• Upholds the district's expectations of respectful and responsible use of social media.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Iowa Coaching Authorization or Coaching Endorsement (BOEE)
• Current certifications: CPR/AED, Concussion in Sports, Heat Illness Prevention
• Strong knowledge of sport-specific rules, techniques, and strategy
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities
• Understanding of Iowa high school eligibility and safety requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Teaching license or employment in WSR district
• Previous successful coaching experience, especially at the high school level
• Ability to positively engage with a diverse student population and community

Postings current as of 7/25/2026 11:55:27 PM CST.