Tennis Coaches

Dawson, a K-12 independent school of 535 students located east of Boulder on a beautiful 112-acre campus, seeks Tennis Coaches for the Upper School. The role of our coaching staff is to motivate an individual/team by improving the performance and skills of our athletes by conducting training sessions, coordination practice drills, and providing guidance. The school community is engaged, collaborative, and committed to the healthy development and education of all its students.

Dawson Mission Statement

Dawson School is dedicated to excellence of mind, body, and character. We prepare students, through challenging and relevant learning, to become creative, resilient problem-solvers who bring their best to the world.

Upper School Tennis Coach – February 26, 2024 to May 11, 2024

Upper School practices 3:45 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. (daily)

Qualifications

-A strong desire to mentor and work with middle school and high school students.

-Must work collaboratively with the athletic department and staff members.

-Previous coaching experience preferred.

-Considerable knowledge of the sport.

-Have a positive attitude and excellent work ethic.

-Communicate effectively, collaborate, and work positively as a member of a team.

-Valid driver’s license and authorization to work in the United States.

The salary for these temporary positions is $1,500 to $2,000 stipend. Compensation is commensurate with experience. These positions are not eligible for benefits.

Interested candidates should go to the Dawson website (www.dawsonschool.org), and click on ABOUT at the top of the page, click on Careers, scroll to the middle of the page, click the link under View Current Job Openings and select the Tennis Coaches posting to apply for these positions. Only online applications will be accepted. No phone calls please.

Please contact our Athletic Director (Mike Jacobsma) at mjacobsma@dawsonschool.org with interest and questions.

Dawson School Diversity Statement:

Dawson is united in nurturing a culture of belonging that embraces diversity of thought, experience, identity, and passion.

Dawson actively promotes and embraces the exchange of diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds through curricular design, community involvement, and the integration of our four virtues –- respect, compassion, courage, and integrity — into every aspect of our community life. It is our responsibility to provide a safe and inclusive learning environment for all members of our community, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, ability, or religion, as well as to cultivate in each student the ability to make empathetic, socially responsible decisions.