HS Tennis Head Coach - Boys and Girls Programs

• Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted: 1/7/2026
• Location:
  
  Carmel High School
• Reports to:
  
  Athletic Director
• Supervises:
  All aspects of the sport in which the coach works including but not limited to athletes, student staff, assistant coaches.
• Basic Function:
  To carry out the goals and objectives of the Carmel High School Athletic Department, Carmel High School, Carmel Clay Schools, and the IHSAA.

Have a thorough understanding of the policies, rules, regulations and philosophies of the administration, athletic department, school corporation, IHSAA, and the National Federation. Support and enforce said policies, rules, regulations and philosophies in spirit as well as practice. Constructively work toward positive changes in those rules and policies which would be in the best interest of our student athletes.

Be aware of and attend meetings appropriate to the sport and job responsibilities. These meetings include but are not limited to rule interpretation meetings, athletic department meetings, awards banquets and programs, scholar athlete presentations, workshops and clinics, select school board meetings, meetings of feeder programs, etc.

Understand the administrative chain of command and work through the proper channels when making requests or voicing concerns or grievances.

Work to stay abreast of new innovations in the sport. Maintain a sound philosophy and practical approach to working with student athletes. Constantly seek to improve as a coach. Provide motivation to other coaches within the staff.

Organize practice sessions and teach rules, techniques, and fundamentals of the sport. Use time, equipment and personnel wisely.

Provide appropriate supervision at all times.

Provide guidance to student staff members. Define responsibilities to all student staff and supervise their participation.

Take an active role in providing leadership to students in areas of conduct and values. Teach and demonstrate high moral conduct, respect for the individual and the use of proper language. Work with the Athletic Director in the discipline of individuals who breach the standards that are set.

Be a motivator. Balance positive encouragement with constructive criticism. Demonstrate a mature enthusiasm.

Encourage athletes to participate in other sports and extra‑curricular activities. Demonstrate your support of these pursuits by your attendance at these functions.

Conduct a pre‑season meeting with team members to review the Athletic Department policies and training rules.

Provide constant attention to the student’s academic progress and conduct.

Determine team discipline, delineate procedures concerning due process when enforcement of discipline is necessary and communicate with parents when disciplinary action is taken.

Assist student athletes in post high school educational selections.

Establish the lettering policy and identify all award winners to the Athletic Director in a timely fashion.

Prepare and submit student nominations for appropriate honors, awards and scholarships.

Establish the fundamental philosophy, skills and techniques to be taught by staff. Design conferences, clinics and staff meetings to insure staff awareness of overall program.

Train and inform staff of all pertinent rules, regulations and policies appropriate to the sport.

Encourage professional growth on the part of the staff.

Delegate specific duties and supervise their implementation.

Analyze staff effectiveness and evaluate all assistant coaches.

Maintain discipline, adjust grievances and work to increase morale and cooperation amongst staff members.

Evaluate, when applicable, other staff members working with the particular athletic program.

Encourage support of the entire school program, including other athletic teams, other extra‑curricular pursuits, and above all, the academic program and vision of the school.

Establish and maintain effective communication with assistant coaches throughout the entire year.

Assist Athletic Director in checking eligibility of athletes.

Assist Athletic Director in the development of the schedule.

Assist the Athletic Director in the…