Upper School Tennis- Assistant Coach

Sacred Heart Greenwich; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 2,500 - 3,800; Part time

Job summary

Sacred Heart Greenwich is seeking an Upper School Tennis- Assistant Coach for the 2026 spring season.

The role supports the Varsity level team, with a focus on preparing student-athletes for competition and running practices under the direction of the athletic leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience with the sport at the college level or equivalent.
• Ability to relate and communicate effectively with young women.

Responsibilities

• Implement instruction and training programs to prepare student-athletes for competition.
• Plan, organize and run daily practices with coaching staff.
• Attend all practices and competitions.
• Supervise student-athletes during all activities.
• Comply with Sacred Heart and sport-specific organization policies and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining equipment.
• Communicate effectively with parents and students.

Skills

Tennis coaching at college level

Teaching sport-specific skills

Communication with students

Job description

Sacred Heart Greenwich has been empowering girls and young women since 1848 in a Sacred Heart Greenwich is an independent, Catholic, college preparatory school for girls (K–12) and coeducational in its early childhood program. Founded in 1848 and located on a beautiful 110-acre campus in Greenwich, Connecticut, the School is part of the international Network of Sacred Heart Schools.

Guided by the Goals and Criteria, Sacred Heart is committed to educating the whole child—intellectually, spiritually, and socially—while fostering a deep commitment to faith, community, social awareness, and personal growth. Relationships and mentorship are at the heart of the student experience, and educators play a vital role in supporting each student's journey.

We are currently seeking an Upper School Tennis- Assistant Coach to join our Athletic Department for the 2026 spring season.

Position: Upper School Tennis- Assistant Coach

Reports to: Director of Athletics, Head Tennis Coach

FLSA Status: Exempt, part-time position

Compensation: Stipend $2500- $3750

Job Summary and Duties

Sacred Heart Greenwich is looking for an Upper School level Tennis coach to assist the Varsity level team.

• Implement instruction and training programs to prepare student-athletes for competition; this will include plans for experienced and brand-new players
• Collaborate with coaching staff to plan, organize and run daily practices
• Attend all practices and competitions at the direction of the Director of Tennis and Director of Athletics
• Supervise student-athletes during all team activities
• Comply with Sacred Heart and sport-specific organization policies and procedures
• Assist in maintaining equipment
• Communicate effectively with parents and students

Typical practice times are:

• Upper School: Season starts March 2027, 4:00-6:00 pm, Monday- Friday; occasional Saturday matches
• Travel with the team for practices and matches is required. Some matches require early departure for Upper School level teams.

Qualifications

The ideal coaching candidate will have experience with the sport at the college level, or equivalent, expertise in teaching sport-specific skills and strategy and the ability to relate and communicate effectively with young women.

The candidate should be energetic, approachable, knowledgeable, and eager to be an active member of a dynamic athletic and learning community.

As members of the international network of Sacred Heart schools, we are committed to attracting and retaining faculty with a passion for teaching, who demonstrate an active faith, practice a deep respect for intellectual values, promote social awareness, build community, and value personal growth and responsibility. Sacred Heart Greenwich is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes candidates who will enhance the cultural diversity of our community.