Tennis Coaching Positions

Job Description

Positions Available:

Fall Tennis: August 31, 2026 - October 30, 2026

• Girls Varsity Head Coach

Spring Tennis:  March 1, 2027 - May 11, 2027

• Girls Varsity Head Coach

About the Role

The role of an Avenues coach is to instruct our student-athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary to realize individual and team success. At the same time, the coach must provide a foundation for integrity, pride of accomplishment, sportsmanship, self-discipline, goal setting, teamwork and self-confidence. 

Head Coaches will (but not limited to): 

• Breakdown and teach the fundamental skills for players at all levels
• Attend all scheduled games and practices
• Manage and coordinate practice and game plans
• Be responsible for handling all administrative duties related to their team
• Attend all scheduled games and practices
• Attend all necessary athletic and school meetings and events

Assistant Coaches will (but not limited to): 

• Support head coach in promoting the mission of the program
• Contribute to and/or run practice sessions
• Gather and record statistical information
• Attend all scheduled games and practices
• Attend all necessary athletic and school meetings and events

Qualifications

Coaches bring all or most of the following:

• Head coaches have 3+ years of head coach coaching experience
• Assistant coaches have 1+ years of coaching or related experience
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work well with student athletes, parents, faculty/staff and the athletics department
• Current First Aid/CPR certification, or ability to get training before the season commences
• Knowledge of the rules and regulations of the sport, with special consideration given to those having experience with the desired age category
• Enthusiasm, commitment, patience, and a passion for teaching the game are essential to this position
• Ability to motivate and provide positive leadership to our student athletes by following our school and athletic mission

Additional Information

Additional Information

Please note that on game days, athletes leave between 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm so candidates should be available at this time as well for games.

Coach pay rates range from $3,000.00-$4,000.00 depending on coach level (assistant vs. head), sport and experience. You must be eligible to work in the United States and will be living in New York or surrounding area during the season.