Varsity Tennis Coach

BASIS Independent Schools, a subsidiary of Spring Education Group, is a national network of PreK-12 private, secular schools that educate students to the highest international levels. Our ten campuses, located in some of the most bustling, dynamic metropolitan areas in the country, are part of the BASIS Curriculum Schools global network. We believe in setting a higher standard for students and promoting self-reliance and accountability in a culture where hard work is celebrated, and intellectual pursuits result in extraordinary outcomes.

BASIS Independent Brooklyn Upper is seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to join our team as a Varsity Tennis Coach this spring. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in tennis, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive environment for high school students.

Responsibilities:

• Organize and Conduct Practices:

• • Plan and execute tennis practices three times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
  • Develop and implement skill-building drills and exercises suitable for high school students.
  • Focus on fundamental techniques, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

• Player Development:

• • Provide constructive feedback to players to help them improve their skills.
  • Foster a positive and encouraging atmosphere that promotes personal growth and confidence.
  • Develop strategies to accommodate varying skill levels and ensure an inclusive experience for all participants.

• Game Preparation:

• • Prepare students for interscholastic competitions, emphasizing both individual and team performance.
  • Teach game strategies and reinforce proper match etiquette.

• Safety and Supervision:

• • Prioritize the safety of players during practices and matches.
  • Supervise students at all times and enforce safety rules.

• Communication:

• • Facilitate virtual (Zoom) parent meeting at the beginning of the season, the week of March 16th.
  • Facilitate end-of-season banquet by offering team awards: May 28th
  • Maintain open and effective communication with students, parents, and school administration.
  • Provide regular updates on team progress, upcoming events, and any other relevant information.

• Team Building:

• • Foster a sense of camaraderie and teamwork among players.
  • Organize team-building activities to strengthen bonds and enhance the overall experience for participants.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the rules and regulations of tennis.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive and motivational coaching style.
• Ability to work well with diverse groups of students.

Schedule:

• Practices: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively Company) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.