Coaching: Wrestling Assistant

About the role

The goal of the athletics program at Excel Academy Charter High School is to provide students with the opportunity to experience leadership, overcome adversity, build character, and make a positive impact on their high school experience. In order for students to achieve our mission it is essential that coaches uphold our values and expectations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead daily wrestling practices that focus on skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and preparation for competition.
• Coach and supervise student-athletes during all scheduled games, tournaments, and school-approved events, including evenings and weekends as required.
• Maintain consistent communication with the coaching staff to support player development, program alignment, and smooth progression within the volleyball program.
• Uphold and enforce all school, league, and athletic department policies, including expectations related to conduct, attendance, and eligibility.
• Serve as a positive role model for student-athletes by promoting academic responsibility, respectful behavior, and good sportsmanship.
• Aid in equipment management, gym setup and breakdown, and maintaining a safe and organized practice and competition environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework or degree preferred.
• Possess a valid driver's license; Ability to pass van driving training and driver history check.
• Previous wrestling experience at the high school or collegiate level, or demonstrated knowledge of wrestling rules, strategies, and skill development.
• Ability to work effectively with high school–aged student-athletes and support their athletic, academic, and personal growth.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate with athletic staff, school administrators, parents/guardians, and students.
• Commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and development-focused team culture.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including afternoons, evenings, and weekends as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior coaching experience in a public or charter school setting at the youth, club, middle school, or high school level.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification (or willingness to obtain prior to the start of the season).
• Experience supporting player development pathways and collaborating with Varsity coaching staff.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Understand how your identity markers (including race, class, and gender) impact your role;
Demonstrate understanding and respect for the cultures and languages of our communities;
Solicit and welcome collaboration and feedback from colleagues, students, families and the surrounding community;
Understand the impact of historical and structural racism and use this lens in your decision-making;
Take action to demonstrate personal reflections and growth/be responsive to feedback and lessons learned.

Benefits

Stipend: $1,750, plus postseason bonuses
Hours: 4 - 6 days/week for approximately 10-16 hours per week (afterschool time and weekends)

Pay

$17.50 per hour

Schedule

Early December to late February