Middle School Assistant Tennis Coach

DeKalb Middle School; Waterloo (IN); On-site; USD 1,500 - 3,500; Part time

Job summary

DeKalb Middle School in Waterloo, Indiana seeks a part-time Middle School Assistant Tennis Coach to guide student-athletes in game strategy and skill development. The coach will run practice sessions, coordinate with the athletics director on facility scheduling, and help foster sportsmanship and academic eligibility.

The role involves coordinating with parents, maintaining equipment, and promoting the sport through school and community channels.

Qualifications

• High School/Trade School diploma preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Responsibilities

• Holds organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to participate in the sport.
• Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development.
• Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
• Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure eligibility requirements are met.
• Acts as a team representative and promotes the sport to media, booster clubs, and other organizations.

Skills

Coaching

Team leadership

Communication

Student development

Education

High School/Trade School diploma

Job description

DeKalb Co Central United School District DeKalb Middle School - Waterloo, Indiana Open in Google Maps

Middle School Assistant Tennis Coach

DeKalb Co Central United School District DeKalb Middle School - Waterloo, Indiana Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5539568 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Re-Posted: Feb 17, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The positionis responsible for coaching student-athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition. Position motivates student-athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Holds organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to participate in the sport.
• Assesses player's skills and assigns team positions.
• Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development.
• Works with the athletics director in scheduling facilities for practices and competition.
• Assigns duties to an assistant coach as necessary.
• Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
• Observes players, during competition and practice to determine the needs for individual or team improvement.
• Determines the game strategy based on the team's capabilities.
• Establishes and maintains standards ofstudent behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times.
• Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements aremet, andencourages student-athletes to maintain a high academic standard.
• Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete's injury.
• Conferences with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding the athletic performance of their student.
• Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program.
• Models sports-like behavior andmaintainappropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
• Acts as a team representative and promotes the sport by communicating with the news media, booster clubs, service clubs, and other organizations.
• Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
• Works with the athletic director to develop a policy for awards and submits a list of award winners at the end of the season.
• Participates in special activities to include parent’s night, banquets, and award nights.
• Maintains eligibility forms, emergency data, insurance records, equipment inventory, and other related records.
• Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Melissa Helmsing , Mrs
• 3326 COUNTY ROAD 427
• WATERLOO, Indiana 46793-9532
• Email: [e-mail]