Job Title: Assistant Tennis Coach (Entry-Level, College Experience Required)

Organization: Space City Tennis LLC., an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
Location: Houston, TX, primarily at Frank Black Middle School and partner sites.
Employment Type: Part-Time (15–25 hours/week, with potential for growth)
Schedule: Mornings (before-school sessions), afternoons (after-school programs and matches), weekends, clinics, private lessons, and USTA events.
Reports To: Space City Tennis Director.

About Space City Tennis

Founded in 2024 by the Hackett family, Space City Tennis is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering junior tennis development within the Houston Independent School District. We deliver elite, accessible programming that combines technical excellence, competitive opportunities, and significant cost savings for families—building the next generation of student-athletes on and off the court.Position Overview
We are seeking an enthusiastic, college-experienced Assistant Tennis Coach to support our expanding programs for elementary and middle school students (grades 3–8). This entry-level role is perfect for recent college graduates or current players with competitive experience who are passionate about teaching young athletes, developing fundamental skills, and fostering a lifelong love for tennis. You will work mornings, afternoons, and weekends, delivering fun, high-energy sessions that emphasize our proprietary Probability of Winning Serve (PWS) framework, proper technique, sportsmanship, and confidence-building.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in leading group coaching sessions for elementary (beginner/intermediate) and middle school (intermediate/advanced) players.
• Support before-school morning practices, after-school afternoon programs, and weekend clinics/matches.
• Teach fundamental strokes, movement, and strategy with a focus on technically sound, efficient serves and overall game development.
• Help manage on-court activities, including drills, point play, and supervised matches.
• Promote a positive, inclusive environment that encourages effort, resilience, and teamwork.
• Assist with equipment setup, player check-in, and basic progress tracking.
• Collaborate with head coaches on session planning and player evaluations.
• Participate in occasional community events, parent communications, and program outreach.

Qualifications

• College-level competitive tennis experience and USPTA, PTR, or similar certification is required.
• Enthusiasm for teaching beginners through competitive juniors. Excellent communication skills and ability to connect with elementary and middle school-aged children.
• Entry-level candidates welcome—no prior full-time coaching experience required, but a strong understanding of tennis fundamentals is required. Reliable, energetic, punctual, and committed to early mornings and weekend availability.
• Must pass all background checks and SafeSport training.

Compensation
Competitive hourly rate(s) and opportunities for increased hours as programs grow.

How to Apply
Please send your LinkedIn profile, a brief statement on why you love coaching kids, and any relevant tennis background.