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Elon University

Assistant Men's Tennis Coach

Elon, IA · On-site

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for tennis graduate assistant in the United States is $19.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $21.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a tennis graduate assistant?

A Tennis Graduate Assistant (GA) is a position for graduate students who assist a college or university tennis program while pursuing their degree. Responsibilities typically include helping with coaching, organizing practices, recruiting, administrative tasks, and sometimes stringing racquets or managing equipment. GAs often receive tuition assistance or a stipend in exchange for their work. This role provides valuable coaching experience and networking opportunities for those interested in a career in tennis or sports administration.

What responsibilities does a tennis graduate assistant have?

As a Tennis Graduate Assistant, your daily duties typically include assisting with team practices, helping develop training plans, supporting players with skill development, and coordinating match logistics. You may also be involved in video analysis, recruiting support, administrative tasks, and communicating with student-athletes about their academic and athletic progress. Additionally, you'll often collaborate with head coaches, athletic trainers, and other athletic department staff. This role provides a hands-on opportunity to learn about collegiate coaching while balancing your own graduate studies.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a tennis graduate assistant?

To thrive as a Tennis Graduate Assistant, candidates should have collegiate-level tennis experience, foundational coaching knowledge, and typically be enrolled in a graduate degree program. Familiarity with video analysis software, Microsoft Office Suite, and, in some programs, certifications such as CPR/AED or coaching accreditation is valuable. Strong organizational skills, effective communication, leadership, and the ability to build rapport with student-athletes set standout candidates apart. These competencies are crucial for managing coaching responsibilities, assisting with team logistics, and fostering athlete development within a collegiate sports environment.

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Infographic showing various Tennis Graduate Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,672 per year, or $19.6 per hour.

Graduate Student Coaching Assistant (71611)

Walsh University

North Canton, OH • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Position Summary
Walsh University is seeking a highly motivated, self-directed and flexible individual who is enthusiastic about contributing to a private, faithfully Catholic institution of higher learning and serving the common good. Walsh University promotes academic excellence, an engaged community, and a commitment to helping students discover their life purpose. The Athletics Division at Walsh University is a member of NCAA Division II that competes in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference. The Graduate Student Coaching Assistant(s) will assist in the teaching and mentoring of team members relative to sport specific skills, NCAA II rules and regulations, individual and team development concepts as well as life skills education under the supervision of the Head Coach of the specified sport.
If selected, successful, qualified candidates with specific sport skills, will have an opportunity to interview for the following open positions within Athletics:
  • Men's Lacrosse
  • Swim & Dive
  • Men's and Women's Tennis

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Assists the head coach in managing and directing the program.
  • Assists the head coach with all aspects of the program including training, practices, player instruction, game preparation, competing and scheduling.
  • Assists in the coordination of travel arrangements.
  • Assists in completion and processing of paperwork as requested.
  • Assists with recruiting including calling prospective student-athletes, evaluating high school and junior college players, and maintaining accurate records and data bases on the NCAA Compliance Assistant program.
  • Works cooperatively with personnel in the athletic department, attends department meetings and activities, and always represents the University in a positive manner when interacting with the community, alumni, coaches, the media and the general public.
  • Responsible for abiding by NCAA II compliance rules and legislation as well as educating student-athletes about those rules.
  • Failure to comply by NCAA II rules will be grounds for discipline and/or termination.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and the Vice President for Athletics/Athletic Director.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Required Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
Must demonstrate an understanding the Walsh University Statement of Faith and a commitment to support the Mission, Vision, Values and Code of Ethical Conduct of Walsh University in accordance with Ex Corde Ecclesiae and the Catholic intellectual tradition. Must also possess the following:
Education: Bachelor's degree is required as well as acceptance/admittance into a Walsh University Graduate Program.
Work Experience: 3+ years' paying experience as a NCAA collegiate athlete/and or coaching experience in the specific sport for which applying. Other significant experience relative to coaching and/or the administration of an intercollegiate athletics program may be considered.
Skills and abilities:
  • Professional demeanor and ability to interact with charity towards students, staff and faculty. Positive attitude a must.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications; Word, Excel, Outlook

Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
  • Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent districtwide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours.
  • Must be able to handle and communicate over loud noises in gymnasium/indoors/outdoors; whistles, crowd noise; yelling and screaming.

Application Instructions
Applicants must submit a completed online application with cover letter indicating the specific sport for which applying and any additional documents requested by the search/interview committee. This may include resume, unofficial transcripts, etc.
About Walsh University
Walsh University is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and passionate individual who is enthusiastic about contributing to a private, faithfully Catholic institution of higher learning and serving the common good. Walsh University promotes academic excellence, an engaged community, and a commitment to helping students discover their life purpose. Grounded in values of faith, excellence, integrity, service, and community, Walsh University is committed to principles of equal opportunity and is an equal opportunity employer.

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