Head Girls Tennis Coach

Lhsoc; California (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Head Girls Tennis Coach to inspire young athletes. This role involves developing competitive tennis programs while instilling values such as integrity, teamwork, and faith. The ideal candidate will lead training sessions, manage game strategies, and foster a supportive environment for personal growth. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the lives of student-athletes through sports, emphasizing both athletic excellence and character development. Join a community dedicated to nurturing talent and building strong leaders for the future.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; coaching experience preferred.
• Knowledge of tennis rules and principles is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the girls tennis program with a focus on character and skill.
• Integrate Christian values into coaching and player development.

Skills

Coaching Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Video Analysis Tools

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: High School - Orange, CA

Position Type: Seasonal

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Education

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

At Orange Lutheran High School we develop Christ-centered athletes who compete with excellence and lead with Character. Our athletic programs are designed to challenge students to reach their fullest potential while grounding them in Christian values. We are seeking a Head Girls Tennis Coach who is passionate about competitive excellence and helping our athletes grow not only as players but as individuals who embody strong character, leadership, and faith. This coach will inspire and challenge student-athletes to strive for excellence in every aspect of the game, while instilling Christian values such as integrity, sportsmanship, and teamwork. The Head Coach will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to compete at the highest level, overseeing player development, and fostering a culture of discipline, faith, and success.

Reports to: Athletic Director

Supervises: Assistant Coaches

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Integrate Christian faith into coaching, teaching student-athletes the importance of character, humility, teamwork, and respect both on and off the court. Use tennis as a tool for spiritual growth and personal development.
• Lead the girls tennis program by developing and executing a comprehensive coaching plan that fosters both individual and team development. Train athletes in tennis fundamentals, advanced skills, and strategies while creating a competitive yet supportive environment.
• Identify and attract talented tennis players who fit within the school’s mission and values. Develop and execute a training program that focuses on skill improvement, physical conditioning, and mental toughness.
• Prepare for and analyze game strategies, ensuring that the team is always well-prepared for competition. Lead team practices, providing clear instruction and feedback. Manage game preparation, including video analysis, scouting, and pre-game meetings.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the tennis program, including team meetings, practice schedules, and game itineraries. Ensure all aspects of the program align with the school’s vision for competitive excellence.
• Work closely with the Director of Athletics and other coaches to ensure a holistic approach to athletics, balancing competitive excellence with academic and spiritual development. Communicate effectively with parents and the school community to keep them informed of team progress and goals.
• Serve as a mentor to student-athletes, guiding them in their personal and academic lives. Encourage them to uphold Christian principles in all of their actions, both in competition and outside of it.
• Ensure that the team adheres to all league rules and regulations, as well as the school’s policies and standards. Maintain a safe and positive environment for all players and coaches.
• Approve timecards on schedule; assure assistant coaches comply with school payroll procedures and government wage and hour laws.
• Collaborate with sports performance staff to establish a thorough strength and conditioning curriculum.
• Develop off-season training programs and summer opportunities.
• Oversee budgeting, purchasing, and expenditures; maintain and inventory equipment.
• Communicate program information to school administration, students, parents, and community.
• Coordinate fundraising efforts to help support the basketball program.
• Organize the annual end-of-season Awards Night.
• Awareness of athletic and occupational hazards and safety precautions. Administer first aid; contact EMS when appropriate. Promptly report all sports-related injuries, coordinate with athletic trainers.
• Pursue opportunities for student-athletes to compete at the next level after their high school career.
• Monitor student conduct and performance eligibility; establish rules for behavior; work with Athletic Director, administrators, and faculty to resolve academic and behavioral issues.
• Advise students, parents, assistant coaches.
• Attend department and team meetings and required school functions.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Attend staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor or administrator.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications and competencies listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Education

High School diploma.

Experience

Some experience as an assistant coach at the high school or college level is preferred; or any satisfactory combination of education, experience, and training that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties listed.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, AND CLEARANCES

• Valid Fingerprint, CPR, TB, and First Aid Certifications.
• Ministry Safe Clearance.
• Valid California Drivers License.
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Certificate.
• NFHS Concussion in Sports Certificate.
• NFHS Heat Illness Prevention Certificate.
• NFHS Sudden Cardiac Arrest Certificate.

KEY COMPETENCIES

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the rules, principles, techniques, and safety procedures of tennis.
• Principles and methods for curriculum and training design; instruction for individuals and groups.
• Measurement of training effects.
• Rules, by-laws, and policies of CIF, Trinity League, and Orange Lutheran High School.
• Human behavior and performance, individual differences in ability, personality, learning, and motivation.
• Principles involved in strategic planning, budgeting, and leadership techniques.
• Familiarity with personnel recruitment and training.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent instructional skills; identifies the educational and training needs of students and coaches, training, mentoring, and helping them to improve knowledge or skills. Selects and uses appropriate training methods. Accurately monitors/assesses the performance.
• Effective communication skills; conveys information effectively; actively listens - gives full attention to what others are saying; writes so that others will understand. Maintains timely and appropriate communication with students, parents, administrators, and coworkers.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; effectively motivates, coaches, develops, and directs others; establishes effective working relationships with students, parents, and other employees.
• Effective management skills; maintains accurate student, financial, and personnel records; stays within budget; runs program within all school and CIF rules and requirements; effectively manages assistant coaching staff.
• Effective problem-solving skills: uses good judgment, decision-making, and critical thinking skills. Chooses appropriate actions, identifies problems; uses critical thinking skills to develop options and implement solutions.
• Ability to work overtime, evenings, and weekends when needed.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Exhibits the highest level of Christian integrity; his/her life reflects Christ-like morals, behavior, attitude, and leadership.
• Integrates faith and prayer in the performance of job duties.
• Fosters a Christ-centered environment focused on Grateful Servanthood, Accountability, Compassion, and Collaboration, in alignment with our Guiding Principles.
• Ability to articulate their Christian faith.
• An active member of a Christian church.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The employee must have the physical abilities to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.

• Frequently move about the campus, sit for extended periods, talk and hear, use hands to handle, feel, or grasp objects.
• Occasionally stand, walk, push, pull, or lift, up to 50 pounds, reach with hands or arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, taste, or smell.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The majority of work is performed in a climate-controlled school setting, with occasional outside exposure to varying weather conditions.
• The noise level is that of a typical quiet office setting with occasional exposure to moderate to loud noise at school events.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of positions given this title and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments to address the needs of the school and changing business practices. Specific job-related duties assigned by hiring departments shall be consistent with the representative essential functions listed above and shall not be construed as expanding a particular position's role, scope, and FLSA status, or grade.