Assistant Tennis Coach

Job DetailsLevel

• EntryJob
• Location:
• Chadwick
• School -
• Palos
• Verdes
• Peninsula,
• CA 90274Position
• Type:
• SeasonalEducation
• Level:
• High
• SchoolSalary
• Range: $21.00 - $30.00
• HourlyTravel
• Percentage:
• NegligibleJob
• Shift:
• DayJob
• Category: EducationChadwick School Palos Verdes Peninsula, California Chadwick School is an independent, K-12, coeducational day school dedicated to academic excellence, the development of exemplary character, and self-discovery through experience. A highly educated faculty and staff bring out the best in the talented student body through active learning, challenging academics, one-on-one mentoring, unparalleled global opportunities, nationally distinguished outdoor education and community service programs, outstanding athletic opportunities, and award-winning visual and performing arts. The core values of respect, responsibility, honesty, fairness, and compassion are widely shared and fostered daily in classrooms, during co-curricular activities, and through the camaraderie of this close-knit community. Located on a beautiful, 45-acre hilltop campus on the scenic Palos Verdes Peninsula in Los Angeles County, Chadwick enrolls over 800 students drawn from more than 45 Southern California communities. Founded in 1935 by visionary educator Margaret Lee Chadwick, Chadwick is one of two schools operated by the Roessler-Chadwick Foundation. In 2010, Chadwick International School was formed in Songdo, South Korea, which expanded opportunities for students around the globe to benefit from a world-class Chadwick education.
• Job
• Title:
• Assistant
• Tennis
• Coach
• Division/Department:
• Athletics
• Reports To:
• Director of
• Athletics
• Location:
• Palos
• Verdes
• Peninsula,
• CA
• Level/Grade: 9-12 (varsity high school season
• Dates)
• Type of position/FLSA: Response Compensation $21.00 - $30.00 hourly - based on experience and qualifications POSITION SUMMARY Chadwick School seeks an Assistant Tennis Coach to assist in managing and guiding all aspects of the tennis program. The ideal candidate has experience coaching or playing competitive tennis, demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills, and is committed to fostering a positive team culture that emphasizes skill development, teamwork, character, and student leadership. Athletic program staff members work closely to create a high-quality, coherent athletic experience that develops lifelong learners, resilient competitors, and global citizens with exemplary character, self-knowledge, and the ability to lead. ASSOCIATED RESPONSIBILITIES Collaborate with the Head Coach to plan, organize, and conduct regular practices focused on individual skill development and tennis tactical strategies. Teach and model the school’s core values of respect, responsibility, honesty, fairness, and compassion on and off the court. Assist with in-game management, statistical tracking, film review, and strategic adjustments during competitive contests. Oversee the safety, supervision, and well-being of student-athletes during practices, games, travel, and team activities. Communicate promptly and professionally with student-athletes, families, and athletic staff. Support lower-level teams (JV/Frosh-Soph) to ensure vertical alignment and cohesive skill progression across the entire tennis program. Assist in maintaining tennis equipment, uniforms, and facility preparation. Demonstrate an ability to proactively reflect on and participate in discussions around identity, race, and issues of social justice as they relate to athletics Participate in relevant department meetings, training, and school events as requested. Demonstrate an ability to proactively reflect on and participate in discussions around identity, race, and issues of social justice as they relate to athletics. Read and follow employment and athletics policies outlined in the Employee Handbook. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications, education, experience and skill requirementsREQUIRED AND PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCES, AND SKILLS Strong written and oral communication skills in English and strong organizational skills are required. A bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required. Prior experience coaching high school athletes in lacrosse is preferred. Prior playing experience at the high school, collegiate, or professional level is preferred. Strong knowledge of lacrosse fundamentals, strategies, and safety practices is required. A student-centered, collaborative, and inclusive approach to coaching is required. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT Required to lift and carry up to a maximum of 25 lbs., in a correct manner consistent with the appropriate training provided by the School. Occasionally required to use hand to handle or feel objects, touch and use tools, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, bend, stoop, twist, lift, reach, push, pull, grasp, balance, kneel, crouch, crawl, grasp, talk, hear, and walk during the course of employment. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and an ability to adjust focus. May use telephone, computer, copier, and other office equipment in the course of a day. Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. This may include warm, hot, or cold temperatures. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.