2026-2027 Assistant Tennis Coach / Teacher

JobTitle: Teacher / Coach

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: Principal

Pay Grade: Teacher Pay Scale

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Primary Purpose:

To implement and maintain an athletic program that will foster competition, good sportsmanship, and community pride. Contribute to the educational program as a whole to the growth of students involved in athletics.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree frim an accredited college or university

Valid secondary or all level certification

Texas Teachers Certificate

Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non- refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee

Special Knowledge/Skills:

General knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures

Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL rules & regulations)

Ability to instruct, supervise, and implement leadership qualities

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to attract athletes to basketball program in grades K-12

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years coaching experience at 4A or 5A High School level

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instruction

• Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the assigned program.
• Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.
• Work with other members of school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes.

Program Management

• Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students' athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis.
• Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Keep informed of and ensure compliance with all UIL rules.
• Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of coaching program and make changes based on findings.

Student Management

• Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions.
• Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulations with regard to academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.
• Apply enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook.
• Encourage, by example and through instruction, sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.

Communication

• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.

Administration

• Maintain accurate supply inventory and equipment records.
• Compile, maintain, and rile all UIL reports, records, and other documents on a timely basis.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate supervision of all basketball events at the campus level.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal, the Director of Athletics or Head Coach.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise assigned student athletic assistants.

Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Athletic equipment, standard office equipment including computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment; automated external defibrillator (AED); operate school bus

Posture: Prolonged standing; kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping; frequent driving; moderate grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and reaching

Motion: Frequent walking and physical movements associated with sport(s) assigned

Lifting: Frequently light lifting (less than 15 pounds); occasional moderate lifting or carrying (15-44 pounds)

Environment: Work outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather) and inside; frequent exposure to noise; frequent district wide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours; moderate exposure to vehicle fumes and work around moving vehicles

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.