BEECH GROVE HIGH SCHOOL
HEAD GIRLS TENNIS COACH
SUMMARY:
The Head Tennis Coach is responsible for all coaching-related activities, developing and sustaining a successful program with a strong emphasis on skill development, sportsmanship, teamwork, developing character with a high degree of discipline. The Head Tennis Coach's responsibilities are not limited to the playing season; as events, season planning, player development, continuous academic monitoring, and other activities are involved in the facilitation of a successful program.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Coordinate program from grades 7-12.
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Organize and supervise all phases of the team assigned, as well as student-athletes with the expressed intent of meeting the stated objectives of the athletic program.
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Understand and implement the Code of Conduct as outlined in the school handbook.
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Conduct themselves and their teams in a professional manner. Lead by example.
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Communicates positively with players, coaches, staff, administration and parents.
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Help monitor academic eligibility.
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Be responsible for the care of equipment and facilities.
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Explain and demonstrate principles, techniques, and fundamentals of tennis.
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Prepare practice schedules to ensure safe and progressive movement to a common goal.
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Is a teacher at all times. He/She teaches skills and techniques of the game, sportsmanship, loyalty, honesty, and respect for teammates, opponents, and officials.
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Assist the athletic trainer in the management of injuries to athletes.
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Insist players maintain academic discipline by checking weekly on the players' grades.
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Determine strategy before and during matches.
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Attend camps or clinics to keep up with new coaching methods and strategies.
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Explain and enforce safety rules and regulations.
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Collaborates with the athletic director when ordering supplies, equipment, and materials ensuring all ASB policies and procedures are followed. Assist Athletic Director with the inventory, check-out, and check-in of all equipment and uniforms.
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Keep record of receipts and expenditures related to assigned budget.
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Other duties may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Preference for candidates with previous tennis playing and coaching experience
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Preference given to candidates with experience in building successful interscholastic tennis programs.
