PSLA Wrestling Coaches

Syracuse City School District•Syracuse, NY

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Syracuse City School District is seeking dedicated and diverse educators to partner in moving the district toward its goals. The district serves approximately 19,000 students across 35 schools and programs. Successful educators are passionately committed to urban education, believe all students can learn at high levels, demonstrate commitment to serving urban students and closing the achievement gap, prioritize students' interests, contribute to a culture of high expectations, and adapt to the complexities of the urban school environment. This position is for PSLA (Fowler) High School Wrestling Coaches (Varsity/JV/Modified - Head/Assistant). The district offers 120 different athletic teams for students in grades 7-12, with a coaching staff of certified, dedicated individuals who enjoy working with student athletes. The modified program (grades 7-8) emphasizes skill development, participation, discipline, enjoyment, competition, and the value of hard work, with winning not being the primary focus. The high school teams (freshman, Junior Varsity, and Varsity) focus on refining skills, higher-level competition, academics, goal setting, teamwork, leadership, and sportsmanship.

Requirements

New York State Coaching Certification
Valid First Aid course
Valid Adult CPR certification
Workshop - Child Abuse Identification
Workshop - School Violence Intervention and Prevention
Workshop - Dignity For All Students Act (DASA)
Fingerprint Clearance
School District Recommendation
Pass a fingerprint-based background check

Nice To Haves

Valid Concussion Management Certificate
Previous Coaching Experience

Responsibilities

Coach wrestling teams at the Varsity/JV/Modified levels (Head/Assistant).
Develop student athletes' skills, discipline, and understanding of competition.
Emphasize academics, goal setting, teamwork, leadership, and sportsmanship at the high school level.
Foster participation, enjoyment, and the value of hard work in the modified program.
Prepare student athletes for higher levels of competition.