ASB Assistant Wrestling Coach

Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind•Talladega, AL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Wrestling Coach / Junior Varsity Coach is responsible for assisting the head varsity coach in all aspects of the wrestling program while assuming direct responsibility for the coaching and development of junior high and junior varsity student-athletes. This position supports practice sessions, conditioning, equipment management, meet administration, and team logistics, while maintaining a safe, disciplined, and supportive environment that promotes academic success, sportsmanship, and personal growth for students.

Requirements

Current AIDB Employee
Must hold AHSAA Coaches Education Program certification (successful completion of Coaching Principles and Sports First Aid in an undergraduate or graduate degree program) or obtain these certifications before any practice may be attended.
Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB.

Nice To Haves

Valid Teaching Certificate
Active CPR certification
CDL with Alabama School Bus Driver’s License
Previous coaching experience
May be required to obtain a CDL within the first 24 months of employment.

Responsibilities

Assist the varsity head coach as needed during practices, conditioning/weight training programs, meets, and tournaments.
Assume primary responsibility for coaching, instructing, and leading junior high and junior varsity athletes.
Assist with planning and executing wrestling practice sessions, demonstrating deep knowledge of wrestling skills and techniques.
Assist the head coach in the execution of the team's conditioning and strength-building programs.
Review physical exam forms to assure participants are cleared to train, practice, and compete, and maintain a safe training environment at all times.
Conduct meets and tournaments for junior high/junior varsity competition and assist the head coach at varsity meets/tournaments as needed.
Assist the head coach and athletic director in scheduling events and purchasing team equipment and supplies.
Assist in developing and maintaining a system for checking out, washing, storing, and returning uniforms and equipment; organize and maintain equipment and facilities.
Inform news media of meet and tournament results in a timely manner.
Supervise students at all times during practices, competitions, travel, and related athletic activities.
Evaluate and maintain a safe environment at all times, making requests for facility repairs as needed.
Assist the head coach in establishing and executing written expectations and rules for team discipline, sportsmanship, and behavior.
Encourage and support the academic progress and continuous growth of student-athletes.
Be aware of, follow, and enforce all state, AIDB, ASB, and Athletic Department rules and regulations.
Attend workshops, retraining sessions, meetings, and seminars as required to maintain certifications, upgrade knowledge, and implement best practices in sports.
Maintain effective oral and written communication and build positive rapport with students, staff, parents, and school administration.
Work cooperatively with and support other athletic personnel and athletic programs.