Wesleyan University

AssistantMen'sTennisCoach

$32–32k Middletown, Connecticut, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Assistant Men's Tennis Coach at Wesleyan University. Skills: Tennis coaching, Athlete development, Recruiting, Program management. Plan training sessions. Plan competition”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure peak performance during season; Encourage successful academic development; Encourage competitive performance

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Analytical skills; Problem-solving skills

Eligibility Requirements

Non-traditional schedule, Nights and weekends, Valid driver's license

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree, 2 years coaching experience, Graduate assistant program experience, Distinguished collegiate athletic career, Knowledge of intercollegiate tennis program, Effectively coach high level athletes, Provide effective leadership, Work within diverse environment, Interact collegially, Analytical and problem-solving skills, Proficiency in MS Word, Proficiency in Excel, Establish and maintain relationships, Work effectively with constituents, Work a non-traditional schedule, Valid driver's license, Obtain driver's license

Nice to Have

Master's degree, Degree in Athletic Administration, Advanced Level Coaching, Experience coaching Division III, Experience coaching NESCAC conference, Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification, Experience with contest management, Experience with frontrush recruiting software, Knowledge of NESCAC recruiting rules, Knowledge of NCAA Division III recruiting rules

What You'll Do.

Plan training sessions

Provide input on player evaluation

Provide input on recruiting

Provide input on team operations

Develop strategic plan

Implement strategic plan

Assist with instruction

Assist with planning practices

Assist with organizing practices

Assist with execution of practices

Assist with planning competition

Assist with organizing competition

Assist with execution of competition

Provide video analysis

Evaluate athlete performance

Evaluate athlete progress

Oversee mental preparation

Oversee physical preparation

Assist in development of conditioning programs

Assist with team scouts

Assist with evaluation

Provide game strategy recommendations

Assist physical education faculty

Assist with classroom interaction

Assist with out of class project work

Oversee team recruiting efforts

Identify prospective student-athletes

Evaluate prospective student-athletes

Attend recruiting events

Manage team Front Rush recruiting database

Coordinate recruiting visits

Provide academic support

Monitor academic progress

Participate in planning alumni events

Participate in fundraising

Participate in special functions

Collaborate with director of athletic fundraising

Plan community service efforts

Execute community service efforts

Coordinate team travel

Provide support for contest management

Perform other duties as assigned

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with faculty; Collaborate with director

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