Bentley School·Lafayette, California
Assist the head coach in planning and executing the women's varsity tennis program, including developing game strategies and practice sessions. Monitor student-athlete conduct and implement strength and conditioning programs to support the school's athletic culture.
Responsibilities for this position will include, but are not limited to: Work directly with the head coach to develop the growth of the tennis program. Assist in the overall planning and execution of the tennis program. Work with the head coach to develop and implement game strategies. Help in the planning and organizing of team practice sessions. Ability to coach team members individually and in groups. Work with the head coach to develop and implement a team strength and conditioning program. Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student-athletes to support the culture of the school and athletic program. Adhere to all state, section, conference and league rules and regulations/policies. Build a positive relationship with all members of the Bentley School community, including students, faculty/staff, administration, parents and alumni. Be a mentor, both in soccer and in life.
Previous coaching experience at the high school and/or college level. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Desire to become part of the larger school athletic community. Must be able to work collaboratively as a team member. Must be self-directed. Time commitment - must be available for practices and games during weekday afternoons and evenings and on some Weekends.
Experience playing tennis at the college level or above. Bentley School is an equal opportunity employer and seeks rich diversity among faculty and administration. The School offers competitive compensation and benefits.
Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and the names and contact information of three references. No phone calls please. Bentley is unable to provide immigration sponsorships such as H1B Visas. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and be willing to undergo Livescan background check and TB screening as part of the hiring process. Employment is also contingent upon successful completion of background checks and compliance with California SB 848, which requires prior educational institution employers to disclose credible complaints, substantiated investigations, or discipline involving egregious misconduct.
Requires previous coaching experience at the high school or college level and the ability to work collaboratively. Preferred candidates have experience playing tennis at the college level or above.
Market context
In California, women’s tennis assistant coach roles often draw candidates with prior high school or college coaching experience, and schools may favor applicants who have played at the college level or above. These positions can be competitive because programs look for coaches who can collaborate well with staff while supporting athlete development and team culture. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your application to highlight coaching experience, tennis background, and teamwork.
