Assistant Wrestling Coach (Girls’ Focus)

Port Angeles School District•Port Angeles, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Port Angeles High School is seeking an Assistant Wrestling Coach with a primary focus on supporting and developing its female student-athletes. This role operates under the Head Wrestling Coach and is responsible for overseeing the girls' roster, leading specialized skill instruction, managing tournament mat-side supervision, and fostering a positive, safe, and competitive environment. The winter wrestling season runs from November 16th to February 20th, requiring availability for weekday practices and meets, as well as Saturday tournaments. The position also involves supporting off-season conditioning and summer program development within WIAA guidelines.

Requirements

Previous wrestling playing (scholastic/collegiate) or coaching experience preferred, with specific knowledge of girls' high school wrestling dynamics.
Demonstrated knowledge of wrestling fundamentals, rules, weight management protocols, and sportsmanship.
Ability to plan and execute effective technique instruction, conditioning programs, and match preparation tailored to female student-athletes.
Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with the Head Wrestling Coach, school athletic department, student-athletes, and parents.
Availability to commit to weekday practice/meet schedules and regular Saturday tournament trips throughout the season (November 16 - February 20).
Willingness and ability to drive school district vans to transport student-athletes to away meets and weekend tournaments.
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record to meet district driver clearance requirements.
Strong communication, organizational, and administrative skills, including tracking weight certification data.
Must meet or be willing to obtain all WIAA coaching certification requirements.
Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification, or ability to obtain prior to the start of the season.
Must be willing to complete all district-required safety, harassment/compliance, and skin condition monitoring training.
Ability to maintain student confidentiality and adhere strictly to district and school policies.
Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

Oversee the girls' wrestling roster.
Lead specialized skill instruction for female student-athletes.
Manage tournament mat-side supervision.
Foster a positive, safe, and competitive environment for the girls' wrestling program.
Support off-season conditioning and summer program development.
Inform athletes and parents of inherent risks associated with wrestling, including weight management and skin conditions.
Ensure conditioning, live wrestling, and technique drills match the physical readiness and skill level of the athletes.
Inspect wrestling mats, practice spaces, and venue conditions for hygiene and safety hazards prior to every practice and meet.
Ensure team gear, headgear, and mats are properly disinfected, maintained, and stored.
Provide safe, current, and effective instruction on wrestling technique, weight maintenance, and rules to prevent injury and promote athlete development.
Maintain strict supervision of student-athletes in the wrestling room, locker rooms, weigh-in areas, and during travel.
Maintain athletic decorum, sportsmanship, and appropriate behavior in alignment with school and WIAA policies.
Drive district vans to transport team members safely to and from away duals and weekend tournaments in compliance with district transportation policies.
Monitor hydration, safe weight management protocols, communicable skin diseases, and environmental conditions.
Respond promptly to mat injuries with basic first aid and execute emergency action plans when necessary.
Timely log match results, skin check documentation, injury reports, and administrative records as required.