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Ravenscroft School seeks a Head Varsity Boys Tennis Coach & Program Head to lead and oversee all levels of the boys tennis program. This role is responsible for establishing a unified program philosophy centered on student-athlete development, competitive excellence, leadership, and character formation. The ideal candidate brings a strong knowledge of tennis, experience coaching youth or high school athletes, and a commitment to the academic and athletic mission of Ravenscroft School. Applicants interested in combining coaching with a full-time faculty or staff role are encouraged to explore other employment opportunities on the Ravenscroft website.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: May supervise assistant coaches and student managers as assigned.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Leadership

• Serve as Head Coach of Varsity Boys Tennis and oversee all levels of the program as applicable.
• Develop and implement a unified program philosophy, standards of play, and team culture.
• Lead and evaluate program coaches to ensure alignment in player development and expectations.
• Support long-term planning, including player development pathways and off-season programming.

Player & Coach Development

• Design and implement structured practice plans and individual training programs.
• Teach and demonstrate sport-specific fundamentals, techniques, and match strategy.
• Promote sportsmanship, leadership, accountability, and personal growth among student-athletes.
• Utilize performance analysis tools to support individual player and team development.

Operations & Administration

• Supervise student-athletes before, during, and after practices and matches.
• Maintain appropriate behavior and discipline of student-athletes in accordance with school and team expectations.
• Manage the cleaning, storage, maintenance, and inventory of athletic equipment.
• Maintain required records, rosters, injury reports, and department documentation.
• Oversee match-day operations, including setup, transportation logistics, and team travel.
• Report match results and disciplinary matters as required.
• Attend required meetings, professional development opportunities, and athletic department functions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

Communication & Community Engagement

• Serve as the primary communicator for the boys tennis program with students, families, alumni, and school leadership.
• Strengthen alumni engagement and program tradition.
• Collaborate with Admissions, Advancement, and Athletic leadership to support program visibility and storytelling.
• Foster an inclusive team culture aligned with Ravenscroft’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB).
• Report concerns, problems, or situations promptly to the Athletic Director.

Compliance & Progressional Expectations

• Enforce all School policies at home and away matches and ensure compliance with conference and state athletic guidelines.
• Enforce North Carolina seat belt laws and comply with all driving regulations when transporting students.
• Model professionalism, ethical conduct, and respect at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Demonstrated knowledge of tennis and fundamental coaching principles.
• Experience leading or contributing to a competitive tennis program.
• Experience working with adolescent student-athletes in an educational or athletic setting.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role.
• Must successfully complete all school, conference, and state-required coaching certifications and training.
• Commitment to the mission of Ravenscroft School.

Preferred

• Previous experience coaching or playing tennis at the high school, collegiate, or club level.
• CDL with school bus endorsement, or willingness to obtain if requested.
• Experience working in a K–12 or independent school environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS: School-based environment with regular presence on Ravenscroft’s tennis courts and athletic facilities. Travel to away matches is required. This is a seasonal position covering the spring sports season (approximately February–May). Evening and weekend availability is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Active physical participation, including demonstrating drills and remaining on feet for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move athletic equipment.
• Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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