Boys Varsity Tennis Coach presso Cheshire Academy

Description

CHESHIRE ACADEMY SEEKS A BOYS TENNIS COACH FOR THE 2026-2027 ACADEMIC YEAR

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct coaching responsibilities include program organization, practice planning, game preparation/management, and overall student-athlete development following the mission statement and core values of Cheshire Academy. 
• Support CA commitment to student-athletes through prioritization of student academic success, character development, social emotional learning, and community involvement. 
• Yearly recruitment and retention of highly skilled mission-appropriate student athletes. 
• In collaboration with the College Counseling Office, provide guidance to student athletes engaged in the NCAA recruitment process. 
• Provide end of season collection of information, uniforms, award winners, and season review. 
• Create a competitive, fun, and positive environment for all student athletes. 

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree required 
• Proven tennis coaching experience at the college/high school and/or premier level required. 
• Experience working with or having extensive knowledge of independent day and boarding schools preferred. 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must demonstrate energy and determination necessary to provide valuable and timely services to prospective and newly enrolled students/families. 
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with a range of parents, students, faculty, and staff as a Head Coach.   
• Outstanding interpersonal skills as well as written and oral communication skills. 
• Passion for and experience with recruiting and supporting a culture of inclusion and diversity. 
• Depending on the candidate’s strengths, the ability to coach a secondary sport in some capacity. 

IDEALLY, COACHES WILL ALSO BE MEMBERS OF OUR TEACHING FACULTY. PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR TEACHING INTEREST/EXPERIENCE IN YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS. PROVIDING A LETTER OF INTEREST IS STRONGLY PREFERRED.