Department: Athletics                      

Reports to: Director of Athletics                  

Job Level/Salary Grade: Stipend

Purpose/Objective:   The Head Middle School Tennis Coach will work under the direction of the Director of Athletics creating a competitive program that models Quaker principles through sportsmanship.                       

Major Responsibilities:       

• Team management (70%):
  • Actively support the academic and personal growth and success of student-athletes.
  • Oversee all practices and games.
  • Develop regular communication practices with parents, athletic department and students.
  • Manage team social media accounts.
  • Cultivate an inclusive team culture committed to a high level of competition, sportsmanship, relationship building and integrity.
  • Create a program philosophy consistent with the Varsity and JV programs at MB to ensure consistency of skill development and approach at all levels.
• Administrative and logistical duties (30%):
  • Work with the athletic department to coordinate team practices.
  • Coordinate a robust daily practice plan (in person and virtually) that develops skill sets and values that align with Moses Brown’s mission and aid in building a competitive program.
  • Work with Sports Medicine and Strength and Conditioning to develop and implement programs that will aid in the physical development and injury prevention of student athletes.
  • Participate in the Admissions process, including: personal outreach to prospective students who have expressed interest in Moses Brown, campus visits, open house, etc.
  • Collaborate with the athletic department on equipment needs, use and purchases
  • Scope:             Moses Brown is a 236-year old co-educational independent day school enrolling 770 students nursery through twelfth grade. A Friends school, MB exists to inspire children to reach their full intellectual and spiritual potential. We engage students in a rich academic curriculum, a broad offering of arts and athletics, and a daily life rooted in the Quaker values of community, equality, and service. We affirm the Quaker belief that there is an inner light in each person that is worthy of dignity and respect. We consider simplicity, integrity, group wisdom, and respect for differences to be paramount in helping students of all faiths and backgrounds discover their identity and mission in the world. In its hiring practices, Moses Brown does not discriminate, and seeks to maximize the diversity of the school, in terms of class, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation, abilities/disabilities, and language.

Requirements:

Education:       High School Diploma

            Bachelor’s degree (Preferred)

Experience:     Prior experience playing and/or coaching tennis.

Skills, Knowledge & Expectation:    

• A coaching philosophy centered on mutual respect, positive communication, and a commitment to equity, inclusiveness, relationship-building and care for young people.
• Knowledge of current techniques, rules and regulations.
• Experience developing game and practice strategy.
• Ability to effectively communicate with students and parents.
• Ability to travel regionally and work evenings and weekends as needed.        
• Please send application materials (resume and cover letter) to akizekai@mosesbrown.org                                ;