Head Junior Varsity Girls Tennis Coach

Cape Henry Collegiate School, Inc.; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Cape Henry Collegiate School, Inc. in Virginia Beach seeks an enthusiastic tennis coach to provide skill instruction and improve teamwork among student-athletes. The ideal candidate will have over a year of coaching experience and the ability to effectively communicate and foster a positive team environment.

This role involves organizing practices, adhering to athletic regulations, and maintaining records while promoting a diverse and inclusive school community.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrate professionalism and foster a positive environment.
• Commit to directing an offseason skill development program.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in all phases of the sport of tennis.
• Work with student-athletes to improve personal and teamwork skills.
• Maintain compliance with athletic rules.
• Evaluate program needs with the athletic director.

Skills

Effective communication

Professionalism

Knowledge of athletic program regulations

Skill in managing interactions

Initiative and adaptability

Education

Minimum 1 year of coaching experience

Job description

Cape Henry Collegiate’s athletic program is a vibrant and successful department in an independent college preparatory school setting. The coaching staff are valued and important members of the CHC community. We seek coaches who want to lead, mentor and teach skill development, providing exemplary experience in support of our school mission and core values.

Position duties (including but not limited to):

• Provide instruction in all phases of the sport of tennis.
• Work with student-athletes to improve personal and teamwork skills.
• Maintain compliance with Conference and State Athletic Association rules and guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with the athletic director to evaluate program needs.
• Communicate effectively with the team, staff, parents, community, administration and the media.
• Handle financial items for the athletic program, including the inventory and purchase of equipment and uniforms.
• Organize and maintain proper records, including TCIS & State forms, reports, team statistics and summary season information.
• Maintain an excellent attendance record and be punctual.
• Complete reports timely and accurately.
• Possess knowledge of applicable health and safety practices.
• Assume full responsibility for the practice plan and skill development.
• Create a professional working relationship with conference and state opponents.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrate professionalism and foster a positive environment.
• Have a working knowledge of interscholastic athletic program regulations.
• Exhibit skill in managing individual, group, organizational interactions and problem resolution.
• Commit and direct an offseason skill development and conditioning program for team members.

In addition, we seek a coach who is dependable, adaptable and flexible in order to meet the needs of all athletes on the team. He/she should be an excellent collaborator who can take initiative, anticipate the needs of student athletes and assist in balancing all of the requirements of the CHC student-athlete. The right candidate is encouraged to join in all aspects of our lively, engaging and rewarding school community life.

Education and Experience

Minimum of 1 year of coaching experience as an Assistant Coach or a Head Coach.

Physical Requirements

Significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

The School's mission is to know, value, and challenge each student. We commit to building a diverse and inclusive community. We seek to graduate independent thinkers and globally aware citizens.

Cape Henry Collegiate is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community and strongly encourages applications from minority candidates.