Boys Varsity Tennis Coach at Cheshire Academy

Cheshire, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Coaching, Program Organization, Practice Planning, Game Management, Student-Athlete Development, Academic Success, Character Development, Social Emotional Learning, Community Involvement, Recruitment, NCAA Guidance, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Diversity, Teaching Experience, Team Environment

Industry

Description

Description CHESHIRE ACADEMY SEEKS A BOYS TENNIS COACH FOR THE 2026-2027 ACADEMIC YEAR PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Direct coaching responsibilities include program organization, practice planning, game preparation/management, and overall student-athlete development following the mission statement and core values of Cheshire Academy. Support CA commitment to student-athletes through prioritization of student academic success, character development, social emotional learning, and community involvement. Yearly recruitment and retention of highly skilled mission-appropriate student athletes. In collaboration with the College Counseling Office, provide guidance to student athletes engaged in the NCAA recruitment process. Provide end of season collection of information, uniforms, award winners, and season review. Create a competitive, fun, and positive environment for all student athletes. Requirements EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s Degree required Proven tennis coaching experience at the college/high school and/or premier level required. Experience working with or having extensive knowledge of independent day and boarding schools preferred. SKILLS AND ABILITIES Must demonstrate energy and determination necessary to provide valuable and timely services to prospective and newly enrolled students/families. Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with a range of parents, students, faculty, and staff as a Head Coach. Outstanding interpersonal skills as well as written and oral communication skills. Passion for and experience with recruiting and supporting a culture of inclusion and diversity. Depending on the candidate’s strengths, the ability to coach a secondary sport in some capacity. IDEALLY, COACHES WILL ALSO BE MEMBERS OF OUR TEACHING FACULTY. PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR TEACHING INTEREST/EXPERIENCE IN YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS. PROVIDING A LETTER OF INTEREST IS STRONGLY PREFERRED.

Responsibilities

The Boys Varsity Tennis Coach will be responsible for program organization, practice planning, game preparation, and overall student-athlete development. The role also includes supporting student-athletes' academic success and character development while creating a positive environment.