Head Boys Tennis Coach at Sisters High School

Sisters High – Boys Head Tennis Coach

Posting Date: September 24, 2026

Position Closes: Open Until Filled

Position Available: February 27, 2027

Position Description

Sisters High School, a proud 3A member of the OSAA Special District 4, invites applications for the position of Boys Head Tennis Coach. The candidate must possess the skills of a dynamic teacher who loves the game of Tennis and is passionate about working with student-athletes. Knowledge and commitment to the academic success of all Sister's athletes, as a commitment to school, conference,

 and OSAA regulations are required.

Sisters is located in beautiful and sunny Central Oregon with surrounding mountains, lakes, streams, and outdoor activities which include skiing, fishing, climbing, and boating.   Central Oregon is a hub for athletics-based education and communities committed to healthy lifestyles.  

Interested candidates, please contact:

Tracy Suckow, Human Resources                     Matt Hilgers, High School Athletic Director

541-549-8521 ext. 5021                                    541-549-4045  ext. 5756
tracy.suckow@ssd6.org                                    matt.hilgers@ssd6.org

• Sisters School District Athletics Department seeks to develop the athlete as a total person and encourages multidimensional athletes. We seek coaches who are motivated, enthusiastic, and driven to develop talent per this philosophy.
• Ability to develop, articulate, and implement a vision for Sisters School District Tennis program K-12. Work in partnership with our Girls Tennis program and have high expectations for all student-athletes and coaching staff.
• Realize that you are a role model and are expected to conduct yourself with the highest ethical and moral standards of good sportsmanship and teaching.
• Develop and implement an off-season program for your athletes.
• Scheduling practice sessions with consideration for assistant coaches and student-athlete welfare.
• Work with the local media and the OSAA as needed including reporting of scores. 
• Fundraise for needs outside the limited budget.
• Recommend and purchase new equipment and assist in maintaining the tennis facilities.
• Responsible for marking, care, inventory of supplies/uniforms, etc.  Responsible for your sport’s academic improvement/accountability.
• Understand and be a conduit of information regarding eligibility, tryouts, cuts, and all other team-related information including lettering, team rules, etc.
• In case of injury, ensure that the athletic trainer, parents, and doctor are involved in the care of the student-athlete.
• Honoring all levels of athletic achievement through the celebration of improvement. 
• Embrace the desire to build inclusive programs based on the pursuit of excellence.(Advocate for all participants to attain an opportunity for athletic participation, physical fitness, health, well-being, and champion attitude.)   
• Set up/run / take-down all home athletic contests.   
• Approach challenges as a team.  Demonstrate a unified effort distinguished by loyalty, selflessness, cooperation, and honoring the Sisters community. 
• Model the “Outlaws Together” attitude by working with all coaches, administrators, and staff within the athletic department on a common mission. 

 Qualifications:

• Top-notch teaching, communication, motivation, technology, and organization skills.
• He/she should know the technical rules of high school tennis and hold both NFHS and OSAA certificate requirements. 
• Successful high school/college coaching experience or equivalent.
• Strong collaboration with other coaches by building enthusiasm, loyalty, cooperation, and friendships all as a basis for an athletic department built on the pursuit of excellence.
• Must hold NFHS Foundations of Coaching, Concussion, Steroid, and Heat Illness certifications as well as a valid First Aid / CPR card before working with SSD student-athletes.
• Have high academic expectations of students/athletes and hold all players accountable.
• Have strong organizational skills, familiarity with tennis tournament formats and   
• a strong desire to develop many young student-athletes. 

Posting can be located at: https://district.ssd6.org/departments/district-office-operations/human-resources/co-curricular-applications/

Seasonal Stipend range: $5,296.41 - $6,305.25 (2026-2027 Co-Curricular Programs salary schedule) for the

season, based on previous paid coaching experience.

Submission Details: Please submit your Letter of Interest / cover letter, Resume, Co-Curricular Application, and two (2) letters of recommendation on SSD Website at:  https://sisters.schoolspring.com/

Notice of Nondiscrimination

Sisters School District does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination in any program or activity on the basis of protected class, including age, citizenship status, color, disability, immigration status, marital status, national origin, race1, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law. 

[1] Includes discriminatory use of Native American mascot pursuant to OAR 581-021-0047. Race also includes physical characteristics that are historically associated with race, including but not limited to natural hair, hair texture, hair type and protective hairstyles as defined by ORS 659A.001 (as amended by House Bill 2935 (2021)).