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Tennis Coach roles can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in kinesiology, sports science, or a related field. Employers at universities, professional academies, and elite training facilities are the most active sponsors. Expect a two-year petition cycle with unlimited renewals.
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Des Moines Public Schools is seeking a High School Head Boys Tennis Coach.
Stipend for this position: $5,006.00
Stipend amounts are based on a percentage of the base salary negotiated by DMEA. Stipends are subject to be prorated if the full season is not worked.
TITLE: ACTV Head Athletic Coach HS (Stipend)
DEPARTMENT: Activities Department
REPORTS TO: Director of Activities and School Equity
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Director of District Activities and Community Education
BASIC FUNCTION:
To instruct participants in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training necessary to realize a high degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the student athlete shall receive instruction that will lead to the formulization and internalization of pride of accomplishment, self-discipline, self-confidence, and sportsmanship.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Serves as the leader and manager for the athletic program.
-
Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development.
-
Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
-
Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program.
-
Establishes and maintains written standards of student behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times.
-
Assigns duties to all assistant coaches under his/her jurisdiction, including out of season workouts.
-
Holds organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to participate in the sport.
-
Establishes a K-12 program philosophy that would include establishing a feeder program that may incorporate youth camps and clinics.
-
Ensures that appropriate rules and regulations regarding the conduct and eligibility of athletic activities and athletes are explained and followed.
-
Maintains eligibility forms, emergency data cards, insurance records, equipment inventory, and other related records.
-
Works with the Director of Activities and School Equity in scheduling facilities for practices and competition.
-
Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met.
-
Assigns duties to all assistant coaches under his/her jurisdiction, including pre-season practice sessions.
-
Establishes and maintains written standards of student behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times.
-
Conferences with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding the athletic performance of their student.
-
Submits athlete rosters to the Director of Activities and School Equity before the first practice, one week before the first game, any changes to student information on the roster, inventories (copy to Office Secretary as well), final season statistics and alphabetical list of award winners immediately following the season (list includes number of awards earned and the class of the athlete).
-
Reports and secures approval from Director of Activities and School Equity for all adults associated with their sport.
-
Models sportsman-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials and spectators.
-
Acts as a team representative and promotes the sport by communicating with the news media, booster clubs, service clubs, and other organizations as requested by the Director of Activities and School Equity.
-
Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
-
Participates in special activities to include parent’s night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
-
Follows and maintains knowledge of all district policies and procedures.
-
Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
-
Attends staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional development activities to improve coaching performance.
ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):
- Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
- Assist with other duties as may be assigned.
HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:
Required:
-
Valid IA Coaching Endorsement or Coaching Authorization.
-
Strong communication, public relations and interpersonal skills.
-
Coaching and/or leadership experience.
-
Competency working in a culturally diverse environment or the willingness to acquire these skills.
Desired:
-
Bachelor’s Degree in education, coaching, or related field.
-
Knowledge of overall operations of an athletic program.
-
First Aid and CPR.
-
Knowledge of Conference rules and regulations.
-
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
PHYSICAL DEMAND:
FREQUENCY:
Standing
Constant 67%+
Walking
Constant 67%+
Sitting
Occasional 1% - 32%
Bending/Stooping
Frequent 33% - 66%
Reaching/Pushing/Pulling
Constant 67%+
Climbing/Stairs
Frequent 33% - 66%
Driving
Occasional 1% - 32%
Lifting (70 lbs.)
Constant 67%+
Carrying (35 feet)
Constant 67%+
Manual Dexterity Tasks
Telephone
Frequent 33% - 66%
Computer
Frequent 33% - 66%
Other
Occasional 1% - 32%
Working Conditions
Inside
Constant 67%+
Outside
Constant 67%+
Extremes of Temperature/Humidity
Frequent 33% - 66%
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Approved By: Maureen Norris
Date: 7/1/2022
INTRODUCTION
Des Moines Public Schools is seeking a High School Head Boys Tennis Coach.
Stipend for this position: $5,006.00
Stipend amounts are based on a percentage of the base salary negotiated by DMEA. Stipends are subject to be prorated if the full season is not worked.
TITLE: ACTV Head Athletic Coach HS (Stipend)
DEPARTMENT: Activities Department
REPORTS TO: Director of Activities and School Equity
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Director of District Activities and Community Education
BASIC FUNCTION:
To instruct participants in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training necessary to realize a high degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the student athlete shall receive instruction that will lead to the formulization and internalization of pride of accomplishment, self-discipline, self-confidence, and sportsmanship.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
-
Serves as the leader and manager for the athletic program.
-
Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development.
-
Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
-
Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program.
-
Establishes and maintains written standards of student behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times.
-
Assigns duties to all assistant coaches under his/her jurisdiction, including out of season workouts.
-
Holds organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to participate in the sport.
-
Establishes a K-12 program philosophy that would include establishing a feeder program that may incorporate youth camps and clinics.
-
Ensures that appropriate rules and regulations regarding the conduct and eligibility of athletic activities and athletes are explained and followed.
-
Maintains eligibility forms, emergency data cards, insurance records, equipment inventory, and other related records.
-
Works with the Director of Activities and School Equity in scheduling facilities for practices and competition.
-
Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met.
-
Assigns duties to all assistant coaches under his/her jurisdiction, including pre-season practice sessions.
-
Establishes and maintains written standards of student behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times.
-
Conferences with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding the athletic performance of their student.
-
Submits athlete rosters to the Director of Activities and School Equity before the first practice, one week before the first game, any changes to student information on the roster, inventories (copy to Office Secretary as well), final season statistics and alphabetical list of award winners immediately following the season (list includes number of awards earned and the class of the athlete).
-
Reports and secures approval from Director of Activities and School Equity for all adults associated with their sport.
-
Models sportsman-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials and spectators.
-
Acts as a team representative and promotes the sport by communicating with the news media, booster clubs, service clubs, and other organizations as requested by the Director of Activities and School Equity.
-
Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
-
Participates in special activities to include parent’s night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
-
Follows and maintains knowledge of all district policies and procedures.
-
Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
-
Attends staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional development activities to improve coaching performance.
ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):
- Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
- Assist with other duties as may be assigned.
HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:
Required:
-
Valid IA Coaching Endorsement or Coaching Authorization.
-
Strong communication, public relations and interpersonal skills.
-
Coaching and/or leadership experience.
-
Competency working in a culturally diverse environment or the willingness to acquire these skills.
Desired:
-
Bachelor’s Degree in education, coaching, or related field.
-
Knowledge of overall operations of an athletic program.
-
First Aid and CPR.
-
Knowledge of Conference rules and regulations.
-
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
PHYSICAL DEMAND:
FREQUENCY:
Standing
Constant 67%+
Walking
Constant 67%+
Sitting
Occasional 1% - 32%
Bending/Stooping
Frequent 33% - 66%
Reaching/Pushing/Pulling
Constant 67%+
Climbing/Stairs
Frequent 33% - 66%
Driving
Occasional 1% - 32%
Lifting (70 lbs.)
Constant 67%+
Carrying (35 feet)
Constant 67%+
Manual Dexterity Tasks
Telephone
Frequent 33% - 66%
Computer
Frequent 33% - 66%
Other
Occasional 1% - 32%
Working Conditions
Inside
Constant 67%+
Outside
Constant 67%+
Extremes of Temperature/Humidity
Frequent 33% - 66%
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Approved By: Maureen Norris
Date: 7/1/2022
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Tennis Coach
Verify your role meets specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires the Tennis Coach position to mandate a specific bachelor's degree, not just prefer one. Review the O*NET profile for this occupation and confirm your employer's job description reflects a degree requirement, not a preference.
Target university and academy employers specifically
Collegiate athletic programs and elite tennis academies file H-1B petitions far more consistently than private clubs or recreational facilities. Focus your search on institutions with NCAA programs or USTA-affiliated training centers.
Get your foreign credentials evaluated early
If your coaching certifications or degree were earned outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved organization before your employer starts the LCA. Delays here push back the entire petition timeline.
Search H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate
Filter Tennis Coach roles by employers with verified H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate. This lets you prioritize outreach to organizations that have already navigated the sponsorship process for coaching positions.
Confirm prevailing wage before your offer letter
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your job location and level. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 27-2022 before negotiating your offer so neither side is surprised during LCA certification.
Understand the cap timeline if you're switching employers
If you're already on an H-1B with a prior employer, a new coaching job triggers an H-1B transfer, not a new cap slot. You can start the new role as soon as the transfer petition is filed, not after approval.
H-1B Visa Tennis Coach: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Tennis Coach role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires that the role normally require a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as kinesiology, sports science, or physical education. A general coaching role at a recreational club rarely qualifies. A head coach position at a university athletic program or professional academy with a formal degree requirement in the job description has a stronger case.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Tennis Coach positions?
Collegiate athletic departments, USTA high-performance centers, elite private academies, and some professional tennis organizations are the most active sponsors. Public universities are cap-exempt, meaning they can file H-1B petitions at any time of year without entering the annual lottery. You can find employers with verified H-1B filing history for coaching roles on Migrate Mate.
Does the H-1B cap lottery apply to Tennis Coach positions at universities?
Not if the university is a public institution or a nonprofit affiliated with a higher education institution. These employers are cap-exempt under USCIS rules, so they can file petitions year-round and your start date isn't tied to October 1. Private academies and for-profit tennis organizations are cap-subject and must enter the annual lottery.
What credentials strengthen an H-1B petition for a Tennis Coach role?
A bachelor's degree in kinesiology, sports science, exercise physiology, or physical education is the foundation. PTR or USPTA professional coaching certifications support the specialty occupation argument by showing the role requires specialized knowledge beyond general athletic ability. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a NACES-approved credential evaluation is required before your employer files the LCA with DOL.
Can a Tennis Coach on H-1B work at multiple courts or facilities?
Only if all work locations are covered in the certified LCA. Your employer must file a separate LCA for each geographic work location that falls outside the area of intended employment listed on the original petition. Coaching at an off-site facility not listed on the LCA can create a compliance violation for your employer and put your status at risk.