Assistant Coach - Wrestling (Lawndale HS)

About the role

Assist the Head Coach in coaching the varsity wrestling team and supporting lower‑level teams, supervising players, and performing related duties as directed by the Principal or Athletic Director for the 2026‑2027 school year.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach in developing varsity and lower‑level wrestlers
• Supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote skill growth, teamwork, discipline, respect, and sportsmanship
• Prepare fields/courts on game day and support logistics as directed by the Head Coach
• Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve abilities of student‑athletes
• Assess players' skills and provide feedback
• Support game strategy as determined by the Head Coach
• Apply and enforce student discipline during contests, practices, and off‑site trips
• Encourage sportsmanlike conduct at all times
• Take precautions to protect student‑athletes, equipment, and facilities, including preventing hazing/bullying
• Maintain and secure all equipment and uniforms; oversee cleaning, repairing, and storing athletic equipment
• Represent the Centinela Valley Union High School District and program professionally
• Maintain nondiscriminatory practices in all activities
• Attend staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Athletic Director or appropriate administrator

Requirements

• Experience playing or coaching wrestling
• Ability to explain, demonstrate, and analyze fundamental skills and strategies
• Ability to meet all CIF coaching requirements and certifications
• Ability to communicate with and maintain effective relationships with all stakeholders
• Knowledge of CIF Rules and Regulations pertaining to wrestling

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience as a varsity coach at the high school, college, or professional level in wrestling
• Experience as a college