Job Purpose:    

Responsible for overseeing all aspects of the boys varsity tennis program

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan and conduct daily practices to promote the development and improvement of players; preparing players for games and competitive play
• Educate athletes about college recruiting and placement process; support those who have the ability and interest to play in college
• Assist Admissions efforts by identifying and attracting qualified student athletes
• Provide leadership, support, and guidance for the entire program including other sports at all levels
• Select students that are best suited in skill, commitment, and performance for the expected level of play for your team
• Require athletes to represent the School in a respectful and dignified manner by teaching the importance of sportsmanship and hold them accountable for their behavior and attendance at all practices and games
• Utilize athletics to teach and reinforce the School mission statement and values
• Create an environment where the enjoyment of the sport is promoted 
• Ensure the health and safety of players, coaches and spectators
• Engage with parents and cultivate a successful relationship 
• Promote the school and the sport through articles, media coverage, the athletic website, etc. which includes emailing game summaries to “The Pomfret Sports Digest”, newspapers and/or league officers within 24 hours after all games
• Communicate noteworthy news and/or accomplishments to the Communications department
• Attend NEPSAC and League coaches meetings for Tennis
• Seek professional development opportunities through clinics, coaching associations, videos, or other coaches
• Adhere to all School policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Continually meet or exceed Pomfret School’s Standards of Behavior, Character, and Engagement
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications: 

• Collegiate player or high school coaching experience preferred 
• Must travel to peer schools on game days (Wednesdays and Saturdays)
• Possess a highly professional and ethical manner

Work Conditions:

• Requires substantial movement of entire body; running, jumping, playing tennis
• Visual acuity within normal parameters.