Varsity Head Wrestling Coach

About the Role

Oversee the entire Wrestling Program. Develop, monitor, supervise, and train student-athletes at all skill levels, from beginners to advanced. Commit to building relationships with and mentoring student-athletes both academically and athletically.

Instruct student-athletes in fundamental skills, strategies, and physical training to achieve individual and team success. Guide student-athletes in developing moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline, self-confidence, and good sportsmanship.

Responsibilities

• Cooperate with the middle and high school office and the District Athletic Department to provide requested information in a timely manner.
• Meet all requirements set by the District Board of Education, the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA), and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
• Model behavior expected of student-athletes, including punctuality, positivity, enthusiasm, respect, and constructive criticism.
• Set a positive example at all times, dress appropriately for practices and games, and maintain suitable sideline conduct.
• Provide written in-season and out-of-season training rules to team members before the start of the season and follow due process for violations.
• Check and review the academic eligibility status of all prospective and current student-athletes as directed by the Athletic Department.
• Follow the District Athletic Department Policy as outlined in the Coaches Handbook and meet all job description criteria.
• Implement all applicable administrative policies from the District Board of Education, Superintendent of Schools, School Principals, Conference Leagues, and PIAA.
• Schedule and complete a full season of contests, including State tournament games.
• Begin pre-season practices on the first day permitted by PIAA rules and regulations.
• Participate in clinics and other programs to improve coaching performance.
• Attend school events such as Awards Night and Athletic Boosters Meetings.
• Demonstrate physical vitality, enthusiasm for the sport, and sound judgment in decision-making.
• Accept and apply constructive criticism to improve coaching performance.
• Use competent techniques in the sport, ensuring players respond positively to directions.
• Adapt to changing game situations effectively.
• Stay knowledgeable about the sport and seek ways to improve coaching techniques.
• Innovate using new coaching techniques alongside proven methods.
• Ensure the team is well-prepared for opponents.
• Motivate the team to meet or exceed goals and emphasize acceptable personal behavior.
• Actively promote good sportsmanship at all times.
• Maintain accurate inventory of equipment and supplies.

Skills

• Fundraising experience.
• Ability to motivate and inspire others.
• Ability to serve as a positive role model.
• Demonstrated knowledge of wrestling skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.

Qualifications

• Successful participation in wrestling at the high school and/or college level.
• Evidence of successful past coaching experience at the high school or college level is preferred.
• Satisfactory results on a Police Records Check, Child Abuse Check, and FBI Fingerprint Background Check.

Pay

Stipend according to the PAEA collective bargaining agreement.

Reports to: Athletic Director