Varsity Associate Head Coach (Boys) Wrestling - La Follette - 26-27 SY

Madison Metropolitan School District•Madison, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Boys Associate Head Wrestling Coach oversees the La Follette Boys Wrestling Program and instructs the varsity high school boys wrestling team. The coach helps each student-athlete reach their potential in the classroom and on the mat, and supervises the program’s coaching staff, including Assistant/JV coaches. The position works in conjunction with the Wrestling Program Head and other coaches on the program’s daily operations, training, competition, and development.

Requirements

Knowledge of instructional techniques for wrestling.
Successful completion of an approved coach’s education course (ASEP), or the ability to complete it before the second coaching season if the applicant does not have a teaching license.
Current CPR/AED certification from a national certifying organization, or the ability to obtain it within one month of employment, and maintain certification.
Valid teaching license.
Competitive wrestling experience at the high school level.
Previous coaching experience; preference is given to applicants with prior wrestling coaching experience.
Demonstrated ability to coach successfully in a diverse population.
Ability to initiate and maintain open communication with staff, student-athletes, and parents.
Knowledge of, and ability to design and implement, a developmentally appropriate wrestling program for students.
Knowledge of WIAA eligibility standards and willingness to reinforce good sportsmanship and compliance with athletic codes.
Ability to plan, organize, and supervise athletic teams at this level with respect to schedules, equipment, student eligibility, and safety.

Nice To Haves

College playing or coaching experience.
Demonstrated ability to successfully implement wrestling systems in a high school setting.

Responsibilities

Oversee wrestler training and develop training plans in conjunction with other coaches.
Help oversee specific home events as directed by the Director of Athletics and Operations.
Contribute to game lineup planning with other coaches.
Attend and coach all practices and matches.
Help monitor team members’ practice, school, and meet attendance, as well as their grades.
Help enforce team policies.
Provide students with feedback about their performance, disposition, behavior, and team skills.
Manage the program budget and organize fundraising efforts.
Coordinate competition and practice schedules with the Director of Athletics and Operations.
Coordinate off-season training and conditioning for the wrestling program.
Supervise the boys wrestling program coaching staff, including Assistant/JV coaches.
Complete the required WIAA wrestling Rules Exam by the 2025/2026 winter sports season.