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Nampa School District

Tennis Assistant Coach - Skyview

Nampa School District, Nampa, Idaho, United States, 83687

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Tennis Assistant Coach - Skyview Department:

Athletics

Reports To:

Head Coach

Position Type:

Temporary

Summary To motivate and develop each athlete’s skills, attitudes, and habits that will guide them toward success, personal growth, and good character. To provide examples of fair play, team building, and respect. Provide leadership and motivation to excel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Attend all tryouts, practice meetings, and in‑school events, and supervise students during related field trips and other out‑of‑school functions

Assist with organizing practice schedules and game rosters

Assist with assigning positions to players, and develop strategies and styles of play

Attend out‑of‑school meetings, supervise fundraisers, and help students prepare for competitions

Coach individual participants of varying abilities in the skills necessary for achievement in tennis

Assist with tracking student performance throughout the season and develop stat sheets on players

Assist with arranging with the athletics and activities director for any necessary transportation, scheduling, coordinating of officials, or other arrangements for competitions related to the sport

Ensure the safety of the students and maintain responsibility for the security of equipment and facilities and ensure that safety equipment is used correctly

Comply with federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy pertaining to medical procedures and student athletes, including the district’s concussion policy

Ensure that students are eligible to participate, and that they have had any necessary physical examinations

Actively promote the athletic program, seek student participation, and select team members

Model positive behavior, maintain a supportive environment, and remain professional, even when tension is high

Maintain high standards of conduct for student athletes, including respect and fair play

Abide by the rules of the Idaho High School Activities Association Handbook

Assist with responsibility of collection of funds

Work with other coaches, parents, referees, news reporters, operators of non‑district facilities used for practice or competition as appropriate

Assist the head coach, when requested to do so, in maintaining necessary attendance forms, insurance records, physical check‑up forms, accident reporting, and all other required paperwork

Assist with training and assigning duties to team managers, and direct event volunteers, if applicable

Assist with the evaluation of the program annually and make recommendations for improvements as necessary

Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development through such efforts as attendance at professional meetings, and by reading professional publications

Adhere to The Code of Ethics of the Idaho Teaching Profession adopted by the Professional Standards Commission and the State Board of Education as well as to the National Federation of State High School Associations Coaches Code of Ethics

Seek assistance should emergencies arise

Represent the school district in a positive manner

Know and follow school district policy and chain of command

Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Idaho Teaching Certification, American Sport Education Program Certification, or National Federation of Interscholastic Coaches Association Certification strongly preferred

Certification or willingness to obtain certification in first aid and CPR required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge of tennis, sports training, conditioning, injury prevention, kinesiology, management, and the rules of the Idaho High School Activities Association Handbook

Related experience as determined by the Board

Ability to foster and sustain students’ interest in the activity and promote skill development

Possess good organizational skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to work well with students, parents, and colleagues

Demonstrate aptitude for working with adolescents

Works well with students, staff, and the public

Maintain confidentiality of staff and students

Other Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing (Microsoft Office), spreadsheets (Excel), database (Access), presentation software and accounting/financial software.

Physical Demands The employee is continuously required to walk, stand and reach with hands and arms; occasionally sit; occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Specific vision requirements include close vision, very good depth perception, and the ability to communicate through speech.

Work Environment The employee regularly works outside.

Terms of Employment Salary:

Per the Supplemental Contract Salary Schedule

Nampa School District #131 is an equal opportunity employer/educator with an alcohol, drug and tobacco free environment, and does not unlawfully discriminate in employment. Equal access to employment, services, and programs is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodations to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the organization. The information contained in this job posting is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. The employment relationship with the District is of an at will nature, which means that the Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge the Employee at any time with or without cause.

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