2026/27 Assistant Wrestling Coach (Northeast High School)

KCMO•Kansas City, MO

14h

About The Position

The Assistant Wrestling Coach provides leadership for the school’s athletic program through the ongoing development, implementation, and enhancement of the assigned sport. The role promotes student-athlete growth and program excellence while aligning with district goals and expectations. The position is seasonal and supervises student-athletes.

Requirements

Knowledge of the particular sport, including its philosophy and coaching.
Successfully complete the MSHSAA/NFHS Coaching Principles Course and Sports First Aid Courses.
Strong commitment to the student-athlete concept.
Working knowledge of collegiate eligibility center regulations.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and fingers, bend, stoop, and lift objects weighing at least 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the assigned sport with a full team in compliance with MSHSAA standards.
Assist with implementing athletic standards outlined in the MSHSAA Handbook and attend all MSHSAA-required sessions.
Assist in coordinating the program.
Assist with supervising students at practices and contests.
Help provide information for transportation, facilities, officials, and game management.
Help organize and regularly schedule practice sessions to develop student-athletes’ potential.
Emphasize safety precautions and use sound training and injury-management procedures.
Conduct the team and oneself ethically at practices and contests, exemplifying high standards of sportsmanship.
Assist with the systematic return of school equipment in accordance with the KCMSD Athletic Department Handbook.
Continue professional growth through clinics and professional publications.
Successfully complete the MSHSAA/NFHS Coaching Principles Course and Sports First Aid Courses.
Fulfill 8 contact hours of professional development: 4 hours of district-level meetings, 3 hours of school-level meetings, and 1 hour of outside meetings or clinics.