Wrestling Head Coach

About the role

Lakeside School, an independent 5‑12 coeducational day school in North Seattle, is recruiting for a Wrestling Head Coach. The season runs from mid‑November 2026 to mid‑February 2027. The coach reports to the director of athletics and oversees the varsity team as well as any sub‑varsity or middle‑school wrestling programs within a 26‑team athletics program.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all Lakeside School, Metro League, and WIAA policies and procedures.
• Provide support, messaging, actions, and opportunities for a diverse student body with varying lived experiences and preparation levels.
• Supervise and instruct student‑athletes during team activities.
• Maintain and inventory team equipment and apparel.
• Manage the team budget and hiring processes for sub‑varsity and middle‑school teams.
• Develop the long‑term vision for the wrestling program (scope & sequence).
• Oversee practice plans and set the culture for all teams.
• Be a presence on campus throughout the year.
• Support multi‑sport participation for student‑athletes.
• Promote balanced achievement in all areas of school life for student‑athletes.

Requirements and Qualifications

• At least 25 years of age.
• Clean driving record and a valid Washington state driver’s license.
• Available for all practices and competitions from 3 pm daily during the coaching season, with weekend availability as required.
• Experience coaching wrestling at the club, high school, or college level.
• Possess or obtain prior to the season start a current First Aid/CPR certification.
• Satisfactorily complete two criminal background checks.

Pay

Stipend range: $8,000–$10,000, based on experience, paid in monthly installments during the primary competition season.

Benefits

• Lakeside Athletics apparel.
• Access to funds for professional development.