Tennis Head Coach

Position Description and Candidate Specifications forSummer Camp Tennis Head CoachCamp Description, Locations, WebsiteWiz Kids Sports Camps are seasonal youth sports camps that offer athletic and academic enrichment to participants. Job TitleTennis Head Coach QualificationsPrior tennis related head coaching experience at the elementary or high school level. Coaching certification (USPTR or USPTA) is highly preferred.Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage with campers, staff, and leadership.Ability to lead, motivate, and supervise groups of children in an active camp environment.Demonstrated commitment to maintaining a safe, positive, inclusive, and engaging environment for all campers.Experience developing or facilitating age-appropriate drills, practices, games, or recreational activities.Previous summer camp, youth development, education, recreation, or childcare experience.CPR, First Aid, AED, or other applicable safety certification.Experience working with children of varying ages, abilities, and skill levels.Position ResponsibilitiesThe Tennis Head Coach is responsible for creating the tennis curriculum and overseeing the day-to-day implementation of the tennis program. The Head Coaches play a key role in creating and defining each of the Core Sports programs with Wiz Kids Sports Camps programs and take a visible leadership role at camp. They serve as the primary instructors for teaching fundamental skills as well as more advanced strategy.Coaches should be passionate about their sport and love working with young athletes ranging from grades 1st through 8th.In addition to leading the tennis program, the Tennis Head Coach will work alongside Assistant Coaches and are in a position to offer guidance and feedback, in addition to functioning as their director supervisor. (Assistant Coaches, also called Associates, have the dual role of serving as chaperones, supervising and guiding campers through the day‐to-day activities of the overall camp experience).Associates placed in the tennis program will have a fundamental knowledge of the sport but may not have prior experience with coaching or teaching.Serve as head of sport, responsible for execution of daily drill and match-play sessionsDevelop and lead daily sport specific drill and game components.Communicate equipment and facility needs to camp leadership staff.Create and maintain collaborative relationships with Associates. Ensure the welfare of campers and positive resolution of camper related issues by communication clearly and consistently with camp leadership staff.Arrange in camp competition programming for campers grades 1st to 8th against competing programs.Willingness to comply with suspected child abuse reporting (Subsection (a)(6) of 325 ILCS 5-4).Additional duties as contracted. Camp HoursMonday to Thursday from 10:30-4:30pm and Friday from 8:30-4:30pm - this is subject to change dependent on camper enrollment and grade class sizes. *Please note these are the tentative dates for the Operation of the Wiz Kids 2027 Camp Season.EventHomewood-FlossmoorWhitney YoungWestmontStaff OrientationMay 29, 2027June 5, 2027May 22, 2027 (TBD)Camp Move-InJune 4–6, 2027June 11–12, 2027June 4–5, 2027 (TBD)Camp Operation DatesJune 7-August 6, 2027June 14-August 6, 2027June 7-August 6, 2027 (TBD)CompensationStarting at $25/hrApplicationTo apply for this position please open the link below to our career site. Complete the application and it will be sent to the Human Resources department for processing. Why Coach With Wiz Kids?As a Wiz Kids Coach, you'll have the opportunity to turn your passion for sports into meaningful leadership experience while helping campers develop confidence, teamwork, sportsmanship, and athletic skills. You'll strengthen your coaching, communication, group-management, and leadership abilities while taking ownership of your program. Coaches who successfully complete the season may also be eligible for recommendation letter support and future return opportunities, along with receiving Wiz Kids gear for the summer!