Womens Varsity Tennis Coach

Frankel Jewish Academy; West Bloomfield Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 2,200 - 4,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Frankel Jewish Academy, a rigorous college preparatory school in Michigan, seeks a dedicated Women's Varsity Tennis Coach to lead and inspire student-athletes. You will design practices, mentor players, and help build a competitive, values-driven program that reflects the school's mission.

This seasonal role emphasizes character development, teamwork, and academic excellence. The coach collaborates with the Athletic Department and faculty to promote sportsmanship, discipline, and inclusive team

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Prior coaching experience at high school, club, or collegiate level preferred.
• Strong knowledge of tennis fundamentals, rules, and strategies.
• Ability to motivate student-athletes and foster a positive, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct practices to improve skills, fitness, and teamwork.
• Instruct players in tennis rules, strategies, and techniques.
• Promote academics, leadership, and sportsmanship.
• Develop and maintain a positive, inclusive team culture.
• Supervise athletes during practices, games, travel, and events.
• Collaborate with assistant coaches and school administration.
• Maintain equipment in coordination with Athletic Director.
• Communicate with players, parents, and school staff.

Skills

Tennis coaching

Leadership

Motivation

Student development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Women’s Varsity Tennis Coach

Join Our Vibrant Professional Learning Community

Frankel Jewish Academy (FJA) is seeking a dedicated and passionate Women's Varsity Tennis Coach to lead and inspire our student-athletes. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in tennis, a commitment to student development, and the ability to build a competitive and positive team culture that reflects the values of FJA and its athletic program. This seasonal role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ personal and athletic growth within a supportive environment rooted in Jewish values and academic excellence. If you’re passionate about coaching, mentorship, and helping students build confidence both on and off the court, we encourage you to apply.

Organizational Mission

Frankel Jewish Academy is a rigorous college preparatory high school dedicated to academic excellence and Jewish literacy. We inspire students to think critically, creatively, and compassionately, dedicating themselves to Jewish tradition, peoplehood, and the State of Israel, and to become lifelong learners and leaders.

Characteristics of Professional Excellence

• Are invested in and dedicated to our mission and the school community’s continued growth and success.
• Create an inclusive, open-minded school community and learning environment for our students.
• Embrace cross-curricular learning opportunities to create meaningful educational experiences inside and outside of the classroom.
• Are passionate, dynamic, and nurturing mentors.
• Seek opportunities for innovation and growth.
• Value responsive and collaborative professional relationships.
• Encourage students to challenge themselves to think critically about the world around them.
• Foster authentic connections with students through support, consistency, professionalism, and understanding.
• Inspire students to approach the world with awe and wonder.

Position Summary

This position oversees all aspects of the women's varsity tennis program, including collaboration and coordination with the Athletic Department to ensure the continued growth and success of the program.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct effective practices that build athletes’ skills, fitness, and teamwork.
• Instruct student athletes in the rules, strategies, and techniques of tennis.
• Promote academic achievement, leadership, and sportsmanship.
• Develop and maintain a positive, inclusive, and respectful team culture.
• Supervise athletes during practices, games, travel, and school-related events.
• Collaborate with assistant coaches, and school administration.
• Maintain equipment in coordination with the Athletic Director.
• Communicate regularly and professionally with players, parents, and school staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Prior coaching experience at the high school, club, or collegiate level preferred.
• Strong knowledge of tennis fundamentals, rules, and strategies.
• Ability to motivate student-athletes and foster a positive, team-oriented environment.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification and applicable coaching credentials (or willingness to obtain).
• Must pass a background check and meet all state and school employment requirements.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary of $2,200 and $4000, depending on experience.
• Supportive Team Culture.

Frankel Jewish Academy offers a supportive, student-centered environment that value teamwork, growth, and integrity in all athletic endeavors.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to the belief that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation or pregnancy), disability, religion, national origin or genetic information.

To find out more about Frankel Jewish Academy, visit our website at www.frankelja.org.