Assistant Coach - Wrestling

Olympia School District•Olympia, WA

About The Position

The Assistant Coach at the high school level assists with the education, leadership, supervision, and organization of the assigned interscholastic sport or activity. For wrestling, the coach provides leadership and organization as directed by the Head Coach and building Athletic Director; supervises athletes, managers, and support personnel; teaches safety; monitors compliance with applicable rules; and reports injuries, unsafe conditions, and rule violations. The role also includes completing annual evaluations, supporting other personnel as required, and participating in meetings such as parent conferences, professional development, hearings, and site meetings. Candidates must have prior coaching experience in the designated sport or activity and current required safety and coaching credentials. First Aid/CPR and concussion training must be completed before the first day of practice, with further WIAA/OSD-required training completed within the first two weeks of the season. The Olympia School District encourages candidates who can contribute to increased staff diversity to identify relevant strengths and experiences.

Requirements

Prior experience as an Assistant, Head, or Approved Volunteer Coach in the designated sport or activity; the posting specifies prior experience coaching wrestling at the high school level or above.
Demonstrated ability to work and communicate respectfully and professionally with coaches, staff, students, parents, and community members.
Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance.
Current First Aid/CPR certification.
Current WIAA/OSD-approved training in Head Injuries/Concussions; First Aid/CPR and concussion training are required before the first day of practice.
At minimum, WIAA Continuous Training Level status.
Successfully pass WIAA rules tests and/or the WIAA Officials test for the specific sport.
Complete further WIAA/OSD-required training within the first two weeks of the season and any additional training required by the Olympia School District.
Ability to motivate student athletes; communicate with individuals and groups from varied educational and cultural backgrounds; work cooperatively with coaches, administrators, staff, and support personnel; organize and manage assigned aspects of the sport or activity; and support District and building philosophy, goals, and objectives.
Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, perform specialized and responsible tasks, maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships, and meet schedules and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

WIAA Experienced or Preferred Coaching Standard status.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and organization for the assigned sport or activity as directed by the Head Coach and building Athletic Director.
Direct and supervise athletes, managers, and support personnel before, during, and after practices, conditioning sessions, games, travel, and other assigned school-sanctioned events.
Maintain current knowledge of national, state, league, and District rules and regulations related to the sport or activity, student participation, and parent/community involvement.
Report equipment or facilities found to be unsafe in writing to the Head Coach.
Teach and emphasize safety procedures and precautions to athletes throughout the season.
Complete the annual evaluation process within established timelines.
Immediately report injuries using the OSD Accident Report Form and established process, and communicate with the Head Coach about injuries and return-to-play timelines.
Monitor student compliance with the OSD Athletic Code, OSD Student Rights and Responsibilities Policy, building and team rules, and WIAA rules.
Report violations or suspected violations of established rules and regulations to the Head Coach and building Athletic Director within 24 hours of becoming aware of them.
Assist other personnel as required to support completion of their work activities.
Participate in meetings, including parent conferences, professional development, hearings, and site meetings, to receive or provide information or meet credential requirements.