Assistant Wrestling Coach - Liberty Middle School

Hanover County Public Schools•Ashland, VA

About The Position

The Assistant Wrestling Coach provides leadership, supervision, and coaching instruction for the wrestling program. The position works under the direction of the Head Coach and may involve supervising teams at varsity, junior varsity, and middle school levels. The role is for the winter season and is compensated according to the Activities Stipend List, Pay Grade 5. Work is regularly performed outside and requires moderate physical activity, including standing and/or walking for extended periods. The position may involve adverse weather, exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases, interactions with disruptive or unruly individuals, unusual environmental conditions, loud noise, and minimal physical risk while operating field maintenance equipment.

Requirements

In-depth knowledge of wrestling and advanced strategies for the sport.
Knowledge of VHSL rules.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to mentor and develop players positively.
Desire to teach and improve players' skill development.
Must pass a criminal record check.
Previous experience as a player and/or coach at any level; a comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning and conducting practices and coaching during practices and games under the direction of the Head Coach.
Communicate expectations to parents and players.
Ensure there are always two coaches at the field.
Attend all practices and games, and arrange coverage if unable to attend.
Start and end practices on time.
Be among the designated coaches who are the last to leave the field.
Adhere to school board requirements and recommendations.
Attend all coaches' meetings.
Assist with player selection.
Supervise the team during all activities.