High School Varsity Tennis Coach — Team Leader

Germantown BOE (TN); Georgia; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Germantown BOE (TN) Houston High School is seeking a High School Varsity Tennis Coach for the 2026-2027 school year. The Head Tennis Coach will lead the tennis program, organize practices, and oversee student-athlete development while promoting academic achievement and sportsmanship.

Responsibilities include coordinating match schedules, managing program operations, and ensuring compliance with district and TSSAA regulations. Evening hours and travel are possible during the season.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching high school tennis or higher preferred.
• Knowledge of tennis fundamentals, strategies, and skill development.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with student-athletes, parents, staff, and community stakeholders.
• Knowledge of and willingness to comply with all TSSAA rules and regulations.
• Must meet district and state coaching certification requirements.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage all aspects of the high school tennis program (varsity and feeder development).
• Promote the tennis program within the school and community to increase participation.
• Establish program goals aligned with school and district expectations.
• Build a culture of accountability, discipline, and sportsmanship.
• Plan and conduct organized practices focused on skill development, conditioning, and team strategy.
• Evaluate student athlete performance and assign team roles/positions.
• Provide instruction in tennis fundamentals, rules, and tennis strategy.
• Coordinate tennis match schedules with the Athletic Director.
• Supervise athletes during practices, tennis matches, and team events.
• Monitor academic progress and enforce eligibility requirements.
• Maintain compliance with district, state, and TSSAA guidelines.
• Maintain documentation (physicals, eligibility forms, insurance, etc.).
• Ensure student-athlete safety.

Skills

Tennis coaching

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Relationship-building

TSSAA rules

Coaching certification

CPR/First Aid

Job description

Germantown BOE (TN) Houston High School is seeking a High School Varsity Tennis Coach for the 2026-2027 school year. The Head Tennis Coach will lead the tennis program, organize practices, and oversee student-athlete development while promoting academic achievement and sportsmanship.

Responsibilities include coordinating match schedules, managing program operations, and ensuring compliance with district and TSSAA regulations. Evening hours and travel are possible during the season.