Assistant Wrestling Coach

Position Summary: This position is responsible for assisting head coach in overseeing student-athletes in proper techniques and strategies so that they may achieve a high level of skill to utilize in athletic competition.  The Assistant Coach will motivate student-athletes to develop an appreciation for the sport and the discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork involved in wrestling.


 

Reports To: Athletic Director

Knowledge, Skills & Implementation:

• Knowledge of the fundamentals of wrestling including proper techniques
• Assist Head Coach in assessing skills and holding tryouts to select members of the team
• Work with players and establish goals for improvement
• Assist Head Coach in developing practice schedule and organize practices to provide both individual development and team building
• Follow established procedures for uniforms and equipment
• The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substances abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the corporation.

Instructional Leadership

• Work with athletes during practices and events
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior and provide proper supervision of students at all times
• Assist Head Coach in monitoring academic performance of team members to ensure eligibility requirements
• Attend in-service training and staff meetings as needed
• Inspect facilities and athletic course for health and safety concerns
• Supervise athletic events as needed
• Enforce rules of the team, including those regarding tardiness, missed practices and/or games, or unsportsmanlike conduct

Qualifications & Requirements

• Meet State and District requirements as an athletic coach
• Model sport-like behavior and maintain appropriate professional conduct by being a positive role model

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER No person shall on the basis of gender, race, color, national origin, or handicap be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in employment, or recruitment, consideration, or selection.  Information requested is used only to determine the applicant's ability to meet job criteria and perform satisfactorily.