JVC Boys Tennis Coach (Upper School)

University Prep; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 4,000 - 5,000; Part time

Job summary

University Prep in Seattle, WA is seeking a Part-Time Temporary Coach for the JVC Boys Tennis team. The role includes teaching tennis fundamentals, ensuring athlete safety, and cooperating with the Varsity Head Coach.

The position requires a High School diploma and prior coaching experience. The coaching season runs from late August to late October, and practices occur three to four times a week.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in physical education or a related field preferred.
• Demonstrated competence and experience in coaching tennis required.

Responsibilities

• Teach appropriate fundamentals, techniques, and skills.
• Ensure health and safety of the athletes.
• Cooperate with the Varsity Head Coach.

Skills

Strong tennis player

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work with diverse backgrounds

Excellent customer service skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in physical education or related field

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: University Prep - Seattle, WA 98115
• Position Type: Part-Time Temporary Salaried Exempt
• Education Level: High School
• Salary Range: $4,000.00 - $5,000.00 (per year)
• Travel: Some local travel may be required
• Job Category: Education
• Reports to: Director of Athletics
• FT/PT/R/T: Part-Time Temporary
• When needed: Fall 2026

Who We Are

University Prep (UPrep) is a 6–12 independent school in northeast Seattle, WA, one of the country’s most dynamic cities. We offer an intellectually rich education that fosters deep inquiry and critical thinking powered by student engagement. Our students graduate prepared for college and life. UPrep is a strong and vibrant community of students, families, faculty, staff, and alumni that joins together to support our students in becoming caring and productive adults. UPrep is a place where all students and families have equitable access to all the school has to offer, and we aspire for all community members to feel like they belong. We believe that our shared values of integrity, respect, and responsibility are essential to accomplish our mission to develop each student’s potential to become an intellectually courageous, socially responsible citizen of the world.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, provides coaching and support for the JVC Boys Tennis team, working in cooperation with the Varsity Head Coach. The season begins on Monday, August 24th and concludes late October. Practices are held approximately three to four times per week from 3:00 a.m. to 5:00/5:30, as facility space allows.

Specific Responsibilities

• Teach appropriate fundamentals, techniques, and skills.
• Ensure health and safety of the athletes.
• Cooperate with the Varsity Head Coach to articulate a well‑defined and understandable coaching philosophy.
• Apply developmentally appropriate and age‑appropriate methods to coaching student‑athletes.
• Emphasize sportsmanship and leadership among athletes.
• Communicate clearly with players, parents, administrators, and staff.
• Positively motivate athletes and promote teamwork.
• Attend all meetings and training as required by the league and/or Athletic Director.
• Familiarize with and comply with all policies and regulations as set forth in the school’s documents.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, faculty, staff, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in physical education or a related field from a four‑year college or university preferred.
• Demonstrated competence and experience in coaching tennis required.
• Recent successful coaching experience in an Upper School environment preferred.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain a valid First Aid/CPR card.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong, successful tennis player.
• Deep knowledge of the intricacies of the game of tennis.
• Understanding of the developmental needs of upper school‑aged students.
• Efficient, well organized, and able to handle a variety of duties simultaneously.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the students and program.
• Professional manner, discretion, and appearance.
• Sense of humor, energy, and enthusiasm and ability to hold students and oneself to high expectations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills and strong work ethics.
• Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff.
• Ability to work and communicate well with students and their parents.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Proficient in appropriate computer skills and office equipment.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Awareness of proper body mechanics to prevent injury.
• Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, walk, and talk.
• Ability to use hands and operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work outside in any weather.
• Some local travel may be required.

Salary

• Salary stipend based on experience, ranging from $4,000 to $5,000.
• Stipend paid in two installments on the last workday of each month of September and October.

Equal Opportunity Employer

UPrep does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, caste, national or ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, disability, use of a trained service animal, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to admissions and administration of all its programs, as well as to all areas of employment.