Coach - Girls Wrestling

Contact Information

Name: Zachary Nelson
Phone: (801) 610-8170
Email: znelson@alpinedistrict.org

Mission

The mission of the program is to generate school spirit and promote sportsmanship at school athletic and other events. A balanced emphasis is placed on success in competition.

Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge in coaching at the high school, all-star, and/or college levels.
• Eminently qualified to teach classes (if applicable).

Responsibilities

• Teach a class (if applicable).
• Coordinate team selection/tryouts.
• Run safe and effective practices, caring for the needs of the athletes.
• Selects and prepares the competition team for local and national competitions.
• Work, communicate, collaborate effectively with the athletes, staff, parents, administration and support staff in support of the school's vision for the team.
• Maintain a positive image for the school, community and team.
• Engage in school and community events.
• Support and motivate student athletes to do their best in academic studies.
• Develop sport-specific skills in athletes.
• Provide individual instruction/guidance for student athletes in a constructive manner.
• Adhere to state and NFHS safety guidelines, rules and regulations of the sport/activity.
• Manage, plan and budget resources in conformity to Alpine School District regulations, policy and procedures (PACE).
• Manage, plan and provide fundraising opportunities for the team and individual costs associated with volleyball team (PACE).
• Oversee local and extended/out of state trips and events that are beneficial to the team and the school.
• Maintains team equipment, orders uniforms and gear.
• Participates in the hiring and instructing of assistant coaches.

Pay and Benefits

This coaching position does not require a teaching certificate. Head coaches who are eminently qualified to teach classes may be paid the hourly teacher rate for one class period throughout the school year (est. 45-90 days), plus the Alpine District board approved extra-curricular stipend.