Girls Junior Varsity Assistant Tennis Coach

Girls Junior Varsity Assistant Tennis Coach

Department: Athletics

Reports to: Director of Athletics

Schedule: Part-Time; Seasonal Employee

Exempt Status: Non-Exempt

Compensation: Season Salary $16.90/hr with a minimum guarantee of $4,429.00

About The Branson School

The Branson School is a coeducational, college-preparatory day school of 420 students, grades 9-12, located in Marin County, California. Branson is more than just a great school. It’s an ever-evolving educational community that challenges and supports students as they grow into confident, thoughtful, ethical people.

We encourage students to be brave in whatever they do – in the classroom, on the field, on stage, in the community, even with their peers. The faculty values collaboration, continual growth and improvement, reflection, and student centered teaching. Branson teachers work in a beautiful, well-resourced environment with dedicated students. The faculty is widely regarded as outstanding and there exists in the faculty an admirable esprit de corps and a positive attitude about their work and their relationship with students.

• Mission Statement: Branson develops students who make a positive impact in the world by leading lives of integrity, purpose, learning, and joy.

• Statement of Belonging: Branson believes that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to create a truly excellent learning environment and a vibrant, caring community. We aspire to have every member of the Branson community feel a deep sense of belonging and inclusion.

• Core Values: Courage, Kindness, Honor, Purpose

Position Description

The Girls Junior Varsity Assistant Tennis Coach reports to the Director of Athletics and is responsible for assisting in the overall management of the junior varsity girls tennis team under the leadership of the Head Junior Varsity Tennis Coach. This position is responsible for coaching and providing direction to student athletes so that they might achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for physical fitness, discipline, sportsmanship, and teamwork in tennis.  Note: This position requires travel and work on weekends and evenings.

Work Requirements

The Girls Junior Varsity Assistant Tennis Coach must exhibit high standards of professionalism and communication. They must be exceedingly well organized, flexible and enjoy the challenges of working with high school students. They must have the ability to interact with students, parents, and staff, sometimes under pressure, while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficient. This person must support the value of an education.

Responsibilities

Critical features of this job are described below. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Functions & Responsibilities:

  • Support the coordination and supervision of the Girls Junior Varsity Tennis program.

  • Ensures that Branson and League policies, rules and regulations regarding the conduct of athletic activities and athletes are followed.

  • Works with the Athletic Department to plan and organize practices and games schedules.

  • Maintains a safe environment for student athletes at all times.

  • Develop an appropriate training program and practice schedules.

  • Ensures the regular supervision of student athletes at home and away games and ensures appropriate behavior.

  • Ensures that student athletes adhere to training rules, class and grade requirements, and rules of behavior on the court, in conditioning, and in the locker room.

  • Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, parents, and officials. Resolves all conflicts in a professional manner.

  • Professionally represents Branson in all interactions with the community at large.

  • Ensures the proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of all athletic equipment and uniforms.

  • Makes recommendations regarding the purchase of uniforms, equipment, and supplies. Also manages inventory.

  • Maintains necessary records and completes Paycom timecard within the specified timeframes and manner.

  • Maintains appropriate certifications and training hours as required.

  • Attends work regularly and is punctual to all practices and games.

  • Obtain advance approval for the Athletic Director for all team-related expenditures.

  • Manages other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university is preferred.

• Experience: One to two years of experience as a tennis coach.

• Certifications: CPR Certified through American Red Cross; must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.

• Skills: Excellent communication skills, both oral and written; strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize; problem-solving skills and creativity.

• Qualities: Experience working and communicating with diverse groups of people; ability to act professionally and keep students’ records confidential; ability to make decisions and handle conflicts.

Physical Requirements

• Strength: Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Use strength to lift items, raising objects from lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. Must be able to assist with athletes of various weights and heights.

• Mobility: Must be able to stand for long periods of time, have good mobility skills and be able to walk long distances. Must be able to bend at hips and knees.

• Environment: Must work in noisy and crowded environments. Must be able to carry training kit and coolers for long distances.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Branson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all applicants, employees, volunteers and interns, and the School makes decisions based on the merits of each candidate. Branson prohibits discrimination based on an individual’s race, color, religion (including all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices), sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, pregnancy and breastfeeding), sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality, and bisexuality) national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital status or registered domestic partner status, uniformed service member or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics or information, or any other basis protected by law. The School will afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, employees, volunteers, and interns as to all terms and conditions of employment, including, without limitation, compensation, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, and termination.

For Consideration

We encourage those that align with Branson’s shared commitment to its Mission Statement, Community Statement of Belonging and Core Values to apply by uploading a cover letter and resume to Michelle Jones, Director of Human Resources at: