Head High School Boys Tennis Coach (anticipated)

Head High School Boys Tennis Coach (anticipated) Urbandale Community School District Activities Department - Urbandale, Iowa Job Details: Job ID: 5747871 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 29, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Mar 15, 2027 Job Description Job Title - Head High School Boys Tennis Coach Immediate Supervisor - Director of Athletics & Activities Receives Guidance From - Assistant Director of Athletics & Activities, Athletics & Activities Coordinator Purpose of the Position - To instruct participants in the fundamental skill, strategy, and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the student‑athlete shall receive instruction that will lead to the formulation and internalization of moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self‑discipline, self‑confidence, and sportsmanship. Implements "quality" principles and tools to improve effectiveness of program. Qualifications Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Knowledge of Sports and Rules; Demonstrate proper care of injuries and injury prevention; Demonstrate and convey knowledge of sport; Demonstrate knowledge of and abide with the rules and regulations governing the sport; Demonstrate consistency with the philosophy and ethics. Certification/Licensure: appropriate BOEE licensure. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Coaching Performance - Interpersonal Relations Promote sportsmanship at events and practices. Prepare and implement practice plans and set yearly goals for each team as well as the program as a whole. Display good team preparation in areas of team mechanics, emotional readiness and skill development. Show concern for the safety and well being of athletes. Personal Conduct: Command respect and set the example; respect others; remain ethical in dealing with others. Cooperation with other Coaches: share knowledge and cooperate; display respect for other sports and programs; consider your program one of many. Relationship with Athletes: remain positive, encouraging and supportive in criticism of players; establish and maintain consistent discipline; demonstrate concern for the athletes’ academic program and conduct; show respect for athletes as individuals; inform student‑athletes of potential hazards; appropriately acknowledge student achievement. Management Responsibilities: cooperate in developing eligibility lists, equipment needs and program information; require all athletes to complete the necessary pre‑participation requirements; be punctual and responsible with inventory and other duties; display accuracy and care in record keeping; follow Athletic Department policy in all areas (record keeping, reporting inventory, transportation, purchasing, fundraising, program management); manage the entire program, not just varsity level. Professional Responsibilities/Public Relations: provide supervision and administration of team members in regard to contests and events, practices, buses and locker rooms; cooperate with various staffs and administrations; participate in in‑service and professional athletic meetings; accept recommendations and suggestions from supervisors; implement effective public relations program in regard to the news media, colleges and universities, parents and students. Physical Requirements Repetitious bending, lifting, and hand movement. Ability to work while standing, moving and/or walking. Drug, tobacco, and alcohol free while working. Must be able to see and hear within normal limits. Ability to operate a motor vehicle used to travel between sites. Terms of Employment Per Board Policies and the UEA Master Contract. Contract as determined by sport and season dates. Performance evaluated per Board Policy. Position Type: Part‑Time Equal Opportunity Employer All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers. Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required. Contact Information Jared Power, Director of Athletics & Activities Activities Department Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education