Varsity Tennis Coach

Brearley; New York (NY); On-site; USD 5,000 - 6,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with employer contributions

HSA plan

Pre-tax transit benefits

Retirement plan with school contributions

Free breakfast and lunch

Professional growth support

Job summary

The Brearley School in New York City is seeking a Part-time Varsity Tennis Coach who will report to the Director of Athletics. The role demands a focus on student-athletes’ social, emotional, and athletic development. Responsibilities include conducting practice sessions, managing administrative duties, and maintaining professional standards.

This position offers an end-of-season stipend of $4,700–$5,700, health insurance coverage, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant coaching experience preferred.
• Previous high school and college playing experience preferred.
• Must be fully vaccinated and boosted.

Responsibilities

• Conduct practice sessions and coach student-athletes.
• Support health, safety, and welfare of students.
• Manage administrative coaching duties like roster management.
• Maintain professional standards and adhere to rules.

Skills

Coaching experience

Communication skills

Team-oriented

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Posted Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 4:00 AM

The Brearley School

Varsity Tennis Coach

The Brearley School is an independent K‑XII school for girls in New York City known for its academic excellence, cross‑divisional teaching, and commitment to developing and sustaining a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and antiracist community.

We welcome candidates for a Part‑time Varsity Tennis Coach who will report to the Director of Athletics. The fall preseason/regular season runs from August 20th – Nov. 2nd. The team practices and has games on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, 3:30–5:30 p.m. The team will travel off‑campus for all practices and games.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a high level of competency in sports skill instruction, motivation, and conduct of practice sessions.
• Demonstrate a sincere interest in the social, emotional, academic, moral‑ethical, and athletic development of student‑athletes; prioritize health, safety, and welfare.
• Support the mission of the school and the Athletics Department while positively and effectively leading the student‑athletes and managers.
• Exhibit leadership, professional behavior, and communication in dealings with student‑athletes, parents, staff, and administrators.
• Complete and/or assist with all administrative coaching duties including roster management, game‑day operations, score reporting, student‑managers, distribution and collection of uniforms, participation in school and athletic department special events, and daily awareness of practice/game travel logistics.
• Maintain the highest professional standards and ethical behavior with adherence to AAIS, NYSAIS, School, Division, and Department of Athletics rules and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; 1‑2 years of relevant coaching experience. Previous high school and college playing experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills to communicate effectively with student‑athletes and parents.
• Enthusiasm for athletics in an independent school setting, vision and creativity, and the ability to work in a team‑oriented environment.
• Must be fully vaccinated and boosted.
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check with fingerprint clearance, CDC HEADS‑up concussion awareness training, and AED/CPR certification prior to the start of the season.

Stipend and Benefits

• End‑of‑season stipend of $4,700–$5,700 for the regular season and $2,200 for preseason.
• Health insurance coverage with generous employer contributions; HSA plan; pre‑tax transit benefits; long‑term disability insurance; retirement plan with school contribution starting at 10% of salary with no mandatory employee contribution; sabbatical program; free breakfast and lunch; support for professional growth and development; opportunity to participate in a collaborative community; eligible faculty may apply for nearby housing at favorable rates.

The Brearley School is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to hiring exceptional, dedicated teachers of diverse backgrounds. We consider qualified individuals for employment with the School regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability or any other state or federally‑protected classification.