Part-Time Assistant Men’s & Women’s Tennis Coach

Location: Gambier, OH | Part-time, non-exempt position without benefits.

About the Role

Kenyon College invites applications for a Part-Time Assistant Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach to support the NCAA D-III program in compliance with NCAA, NCAC, and Kenyon College policies. The role emphasizes fostering learning, community, and values such as citizenship, competition, resiliency, sportsmanship, and teamwork. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in supporting students from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coaches of the men’s and women’s teams in all aspects, as needed.
• Represent Kenyon College positively and enthusiastically at all times.
• Teach the fundamentals of tennis, complementing the head coaches’ instruction.
• Serve as a collaborative member of the Athletics, Fitness, and Recreation team, contributing to program implementation on a residential campus.
• Develop and maintain supportive relationships with student affairs colleagues, faculty, and campus partners.
• Comply with College, Department of Athletics, NCAC, and NCAA policies, including the student-athlete handbook and mission statements.

Success Factors

• Collaborative mindset with a focus on the greater good.
• Ability to teach tennis fundamentals effectively.
• Demonstrated support for students from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to strength and conditioning programs, personal growth, and athlete development as students.
• Desire to contribute to a competitive and winning program.

Working Conditions

• Some heavy lifting and equipment moving required.
• Non-traditional schedule, including early mornings, late evenings, weekends, college breaks, and summers.
• Travel required for athletic contests, recruiting, coaches meetings, and conventions.
• Ability to obtain College driver certification is necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Demonstrated experience instructing on the rules and fundamentals of tennis.
• Collegiate playing experience.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification (can be completed after hire).