Milwood Wrestling Coach

Kalamazoo Public Schools•Kalamazoo, MI

About The Position

The Wrestling Coach will work under the direction of the Athletic Director (AD) with varsity teams toward the program’s goals. The coach is responsible for organizing practices and team events, supporting athlete development, following school and athletic policies, and contributing to the wider school athletics program. The position is for Milwood Middle School’s Winter 2026–2027 season.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited organization.
At least two years of previous coaching experience or assisting in a recognized program above the novice level.
Complete a course in the prevention of athletic injuries, or be willing to complete it before the start of the second coaching season.
Current first aid and CPR training, or willingness to complete CPR training before the second coaching season.
Complete CAP 1 and CAP 2 before the end of the second coaching season.
Knowledge of wrestling and the sport being coached.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree with at least two years of successful teaching experience.
Valid Michigan teaching certificate.
Demonstrated ability to provide positive leadership for coaches and athletes and serve as a positive role model in the coaching profession.
Experience in a multicultural urban school district.
Successful prior participation in the sport at the high school, college, or professional level.

Responsibilities

Work with the AD to organize team tryouts and selection.
Participate in pre-season parent meetings and post-season awards programs.
Cooperate with the AD, school staff, and fellow coaches.
Coordinate and organize varsity practices and game events.
Develop training rules and provide them to the AD.
Follow due process guidelines when disciplining athletes and follow injury protocols.
Conduct organized practices and collaborate with fellow coaches on practice plans.
Develop practice schedules from practice plans and distribute them to athletes, parents, and athletic offices.
Develop a team that appropriately displays the skills of its athletes.
Maintain an effective equipment accountability system, including inventory, repair, and replacement.
Follow KPS Athletic Code of Conduct and MHSAA policies and regulations.
Meet paperwork deadlines, including for rosters, physicals, and officials’ ratings.
Show enthusiasm toward athletes and respect for officials, opponents, parents, schools, property, and equipment.
Dress appropriately for games, practices, and other school or athletic functions.
Act as a role model, show respect, and model leadership skills.
Foster school spirit by promoting other sports, clubs, and co-curricular activities.
Maintain fair, consistent, understanding, and tolerant relationships with athletes.
Maintain composure and appropriate conduct during practices and games.
Attend all athletic department meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.