AEG
Director of Tennis (Tennis Coach)
AEG, Blairstown, New Jersey, us, 07825
Director of Tennis
Job Description
Reports to: Executive Director & Camp Director
Academy Camps is an overnight sports-specific sleepaway camp experience that takes place on the campuses Blair Academy (NJ) and Suffield Academy (CT).
We are looking for an experienced and organized Director of Tennis for our 2025 summer season on the campus of Blair Academy. This is a turn-key role that allows you to focus on helping athletes get better in their sport without all the operational and logistical hurdles - you don't even need to bring your own cones!
Who we are
Academy Camps is a modern approach to the sports camp experience. We offer 1- and 2-week sessions for Boys & Girls aged 10 - 15 interested in baseball, basketball, field hockey, football, golf, lacrosse, running, soccer, softball, squash, swimming, tennis & volleyball. Our campers choose one of our 13 "Academy Sports" and receive 2 intensive training sessions per day with our high-performance coaching staff.
We are a dedicated team of high performance coaches, nurturing & exemplary counselors, and experienced camp professionals, passionate about the 'whole athlete'. Outside of sports specific training sessions, AC is distinguished in delivering programming focused on its pillars of Performance, Wellness, Mindset, and Leadership mixed in with a healthy dose of fun through a daily schedule of traditional sleepaway camp activities.
The position
Our Director of Tennis is a member of our senior-level staff. They will develop and coach a program aimed to improve our Tennis athlete's physical, mental, and emotional skills. You will oversee, mentor, and guide the professional development of 1-6 coaches. Under your direction, athletes will focus on improving their sports specific skills, game IQ, love of the game, and overall physical fitness. The program will also teach confidence, growth mindset, and teamwork skills.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Create and implement a one-week and two-week Academy Camps Tennis Program with coaching strategies designed to support athletes in achieving their goalsGet to know every athlete well and respond to their individual needs.Mentor athletes to foster athletic, emotional, and social growthApply basic youth development principles in working with athletes and staff through communication, relationship development, respect for diversity, involvement, and empowerment of youthCreate an Academy Camps Tennis Athlete Evaluation process and formComplete the Academy Camps Tennis Athlete Evaluation for every athlete upon the completion of their given session (1 or 2-weeks) with the support of your coaching staffSupport in the recruiting process to identify and hire your ideal coaching teamManage and mentor 1-6 coaches by providing responsibilities, regular feedback, and end-of-session staff evaluationsMaintain the equipment and facilities to ensure safe playing conditionsAfter each training session, ensure the area is clean and the equipment is returned to storageParticipate as a member of the camp team to deliver and supervise electives, evening programs, special events, and other all-camp activities and camp functions, as neededActively participate in all staff training & meetingsManage and coordinate any inter-league or inter-camp competitions
Option to increase compensation through Camper Referral Program:
Earn referral bonuses by driving the camper recruiting process by identifying and recruiting prospective athletes
Your Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
6+ years experience coaching, required, and with certifications, preferredProven track record of program development and managementA holistic approach to coaching - willingness and desire to develop the whole athlete physically, mentally and emotionallyAn excellent relationship builder - quick to connect, build trust, and rapportA goal-oriented coach - motivated to support our athletes in achieving their goalsA creative problem-solver - the ability to identify issues and implement solutions that ensure ongoing athlete developmentA growth mindset - an orientation towards learning and development; willing to receive and implement feedback and learn from mistakesExpectations, Compensation, and Benefits
Available and on-site for the dates of the full summer session including staff pre-season training and post-camp: June 13 - August 3Room and board included on-site at Blair Academy, our 463-acre hilltop campus with access to state-of-the-art athletic facilities, providing a seamless and immersive coaching experience.The AC compensation package is competitive and is commensurate with skills and experience. Compensation for a full summer commitment is $10,000 - $13,000 (includes room and board).Option to increase compensation through Camper Referral Program: Earn $250 referral bonus for each camper enrolled.Opportunity to grow with Academy Camps as our presence expands regionally and nationally.Follow camp staff rules and regulations as outlined in the Academy Camps Staff Playbook.
To learn more about our organization, go here: www.academycamps.com
Job Description
Reports to: Executive Director & Camp Director
Academy Camps is an overnight sports-specific sleepaway camp experience that takes place on the campuses Blair Academy (NJ) and Suffield Academy (CT).
We are looking for an experienced and organized Director of Tennis for our 2025 summer season on the campus of Blair Academy. This is a turn-key role that allows you to focus on helping athletes get better in their sport without all the operational and logistical hurdles - you don't even need to bring your own cones!
Who we are
Academy Camps is a modern approach to the sports camp experience. We offer 1- and 2-week sessions for Boys & Girls aged 10 - 15 interested in baseball, basketball, field hockey, football, golf, lacrosse, running, soccer, softball, squash, swimming, tennis & volleyball. Our campers choose one of our 13 "Academy Sports" and receive 2 intensive training sessions per day with our high-performance coaching staff.
We are a dedicated team of high performance coaches, nurturing & exemplary counselors, and experienced camp professionals, passionate about the 'whole athlete'. Outside of sports specific training sessions, AC is distinguished in delivering programming focused on its pillars of Performance, Wellness, Mindset, and Leadership mixed in with a healthy dose of fun through a daily schedule of traditional sleepaway camp activities.
The position
Our Director of Tennis is a member of our senior-level staff. They will develop and coach a program aimed to improve our Tennis athlete's physical, mental, and emotional skills. You will oversee, mentor, and guide the professional development of 1-6 coaches. Under your direction, athletes will focus on improving their sports specific skills, game IQ, love of the game, and overall physical fitness. The program will also teach confidence, growth mindset, and teamwork skills.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Create and implement a one-week and two-week Academy Camps Tennis Program with coaching strategies designed to support athletes in achieving their goalsGet to know every athlete well and respond to their individual needs.Mentor athletes to foster athletic, emotional, and social growthApply basic youth development principles in working with athletes and staff through communication, relationship development, respect for diversity, involvement, and empowerment of youthCreate an Academy Camps Tennis Athlete Evaluation process and formComplete the Academy Camps Tennis Athlete Evaluation for every athlete upon the completion of their given session (1 or 2-weeks) with the support of your coaching staffSupport in the recruiting process to identify and hire your ideal coaching teamManage and mentor 1-6 coaches by providing responsibilities, regular feedback, and end-of-session staff evaluationsMaintain the equipment and facilities to ensure safe playing conditionsAfter each training session, ensure the area is clean and the equipment is returned to storageParticipate as a member of the camp team to deliver and supervise electives, evening programs, special events, and other all-camp activities and camp functions, as neededActively participate in all staff training & meetingsManage and coordinate any inter-league or inter-camp competitions
Option to increase compensation through Camper Referral Program:
Earn referral bonuses by driving the camper recruiting process by identifying and recruiting prospective athletes
Your Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
6+ years experience coaching, required, and with certifications, preferredProven track record of program development and managementA holistic approach to coaching - willingness and desire to develop the whole athlete physically, mentally and emotionallyAn excellent relationship builder - quick to connect, build trust, and rapportA goal-oriented coach - motivated to support our athletes in achieving their goalsA creative problem-solver - the ability to identify issues and implement solutions that ensure ongoing athlete developmentA growth mindset - an orientation towards learning and development; willing to receive and implement feedback and learn from mistakesExpectations, Compensation, and Benefits
Available and on-site for the dates of the full summer session including staff pre-season training and post-camp: June 13 - August 3Room and board included on-site at Blair Academy, our 463-acre hilltop campus with access to state-of-the-art athletic facilities, providing a seamless and immersive coaching experience.The AC compensation package is competitive and is commensurate with skills and experience. Compensation for a full summer commitment is $10,000 - $13,000 (includes room and board).Option to increase compensation through Camper Referral Program: Earn $250 referral bonus for each camper enrolled.Opportunity to grow with Academy Camps as our presence expands regionally and nationally.Follow camp staff rules and regulations as outlined in the Academy Camps Staff Playbook.
To learn more about our organization, go here: www.academycamps.com