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Assistant Girls Tennis Coach (C-Squad) - St. James Public Schools - St James School District 840
Posted on 2026-06-25 1:09:51 PM
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Assistant Girls Tennis Coach (C-Squad) - St. James Public Schools
St. James Public Schools
Stipend: $2,972
Season: Fall
Purpose
- To assist in instructing student-athletes in the fundamental skills, strategies, and conditioning necessary to achieve individual and team success in tennis.
- To promote teamwork, sportsmanship, leadership, responsibility, self-discipline, and positive student-athlete experiences through participation in tennis.
Summary
The Assistant Tennis Coach (C-Squad) works under the direction of the Head Tennis Coach and supports all aspects of the Tennis program, including practice preparation, skill development, supervision of student-athletes, and game management. The coach helps foster a positive and inclusive team culture while ensuring compliance with school, conference, and MSHSL policies. The Assistant Tennis Coach reports directly to the Head Tennis Coach and High School Activities Director.
Essential Responsibilities
- Assist with planning and conducting structured, purposeful practices and competitions.
- Support instruction in tennis fundamentals, techniques, and team strategies.
- Promote teamwork, sportsmanship, discipline, and positive team culture.
- Supervise student-athletes during practices, competitions, travel, and team activities.
- Reinforce program expectations and philosophy established by the Head Coach.
- Assist with equipment, uniforms, and program organization.
- Maintain discipline in a fair, consistent, and supportive manner.
- Communicate effectively with student-athletes, families, coaching staff, and administration.
- Ensure compliance with MSHSL, conference, and district policies and procedures.
- Support academic achievement and student eligibility expectations.
- Maintain knowledge of Minnesota State High School League rules and regulations.
- Serve as a positive representative of St. James Public Schools and the tennis program.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head tennis Coach or Activities Director.
Application Process
Interested applicants should apply through St. James Public Schools employment system and include:
- Letter of Interest
- Resume
- Coaching References
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Interested applicants with questions should contact Activities Director, Jared Schwanz; jschwanz@isd840.org or Head Tennis Coaches, Les Zellman: lzellmann@isd840.org and Brian Bluedorn: bbluedorn@isd840.org