Varsity Girls Tennis Coach - Marblehead High School

Marblehead High School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Head Varsity Girls Tennis Coach. They will assume responsibility for the entire Girls Tennis program. They will work closely with the athletic department, while supervising assistant coaches. They are responsible for developing and overseeing the entire Girls Tennis program while fostering a positive, inclusive, and safe environment. They are expected to promote the values of our athletic department which include; teamwork, sportsmanship, respect, commitment, integrity, and responsibility. Additionally, the head varsity coach will manage all fundraising, team dinners and community service initiatives. Below are the essential requirements and responsibilities of the Varsity Head Girls Tennis Coach:

QUALIFICATION Knowledge of tennis techniques and coaching strategies. Ability to make practice plans and prepare the team to compete. Excellent communication and people skills. Ability to mentor and motivate athletes, providing guidance, feedback, and support to help them achieve their goals Organizational and management skills, including the ability to schedule and plan practices and events. Familiarity with MIAA tennis rules and regulations.

REQUIREMENTS Experience playing and coaching tennis Knowledge of common injuries and conditioning/strengthening to help prevent and heal injuries Leads by example regarding the promotion of sportsmanship Must complete all Massachusetts coaching requirements, which includes the NFHS Concussion Certificate Must complete Marblehead School District requirements: Fingerprinting, CORI Background check Must complete CPR/AED and First Aid Certification Attend all practices, matches, and events, including supervising on the bus to and from away venues. 15-20 hours per week and weekends required

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Assumes responsibility for the entire program, which includes: Establish and promote a positive, growth-oriented team culture and climate Communicate the team''s practice and game schedule with the team and parents or guardians. Plan and supervise daily in-season activities for all season interscholastic girls tennis program Supervise and delegate responsibilities appropriately to varsity and sub-varsity program assistant coaches Implements and follows all MPS and MHS policies Compliance with MIAA rules and regulations Assure that out-of-season activities comply with MIAA rules Verification of student physical examination requirements of the high school Monitor roster for approved athletic registration and eligibility listing Communicate with the Athletic Trainer regarding injuries Assist in the care for and oversee the storage of all equipment and uniforms Distribute uniforms and collect all uniforms at the end of the season Prepares award lists and season records Attends all meetings where the program is involved and operates within the policies of the Marblehead School District Keeps informed on current trends in the sport and participates in coaching training and clinics Maintains active membership in related professional organizations Assist in field practice and game day preparations Prepares list when teams are taken out of school to participate in an athletic contest Maintains a positive staff relationship with other coaches Participate in Athletic Assembly, meet with parents to inform them about the program and its expectations Promotes the high school boys tennis program by encouraging participation of players of the upcoming season Apply and enforce approved student discipline rules during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips Collaborates with sport-specific booster organizations Perform other duties as assigned by the Marblehead High School Athletic Director