Assistant Coach - High School Wrestling

Newton Public Schools•Newton, MA

About The Position

The Assistant Coach instructs high school wrestling athletes in fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training to support individual and team success. The role also fosters students’ moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline, sportsmanship, and service to others. The coach is responsible for organizing and supervising the sport program, developing practices and game responsibilities, supporting student-athlete advancement, and maintaining a safe environment and the program’s equipment and facilities. The position works cooperatively with school staff and engages with parents, community representatives, school administration, the public, and local news media. Other job-related duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
CPR certification.
Previous successful coaching experience.
Ability to organize and supervise all levels of a sport program.
Commitment to professional growth.
Ability to accept responsibilities outside the team as they relate to the school and community.
Ability to handle a multitude of varying and complex issues.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to operate a computer, printer, telephone, copier, facsimile machine, and other standard office equipment.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
Sufficient mobility to navigate school buildings, practice facilities, and the weight room.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

Comply with school, MIAA, and Conference/League policies and regulations.
Work cooperatively with school staff and relate positively to parents and community representatives.
Complete required records and reports promptly and accurately.
Take responsibility for equipment, facilities, and a safe environment for student athletes.
Model positive behavior, especially sportsmanship and compliance with alcohol, tobacco, and drug rules.
Delegate staff assignments to assistant coaches.
Develop and organize the practice program.
Evaluate assistant coaches and playing personnel.
Plan and develop game responsibilities.
Conduct and analyze scouting reports.
Assist student athletes with college advancement.
Maintain and inventory equipment and supplies.
Serve as a liaison between the athletic program and staff, administration, the general public, and local news media.
Perform other job-related duties as needed.