2026-2027 SY - Athletic Coach - Head Wrestling

Gallup-McKinley County Schools; Gallup (NM); On-site; USD 7,400 - 9,100; Part time

Job summary

Gallup-McKinley County Schools invites applications for the Athletic Coach Head Wrestling Coach at Gallup High School. This winter contract requires directing a wrestling program, teaching fundamental skills, and promoting student-athlete development on a daily basis.

The ideal candidate holds or is able to obtain an Athletic Coaching License (7-12) and must complete the NM Fundamentals of Coaching exam. On-site attendance is required, with evening and weekend involvement as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must hold or be able to obtain Athletic Coaching License (7-12).
• Complete Fundamentals of Coaching online exam via NM Activities Association.

Responsibilities

• Instruct athletes in fundamental skills, strategy and physical training.
• Serve as role model through instruction and actions.
• Coordinate and supervise coaching staff with athletic director and principals.
• Work evenings and weekends as required.

Skills

Coaching

Team leadership

Sports program organization

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Athletic Coaching License (7-12) or ability to obtain

Job description

Title: Athletic Coach Head Wrestling Coach

Work Location: Gallup High School

Contract Length: Winter

Minimum Salary: $8,250.00

Maximum Salary: $8,250.00

• Internal applicants MUST attach a signed Permission to Coach Form to application*

ATHLETIC COACHING LICENSE, 7-12

High School Diploma or Equivalency

AND

Must hold or have the ability to obtain an Athletic Coaching License (https://webnew.ped.state.nm.us/bureaus/licensure/how-to-apply/athletic-coach-7-12/)

from the New Mexico Public Education Department as well as completing the Fundamentals of Coaching online exam offered through the New Mexico Activities Association. (www.nmact.org)

Qualifications

• Has the ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.
• Has previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport. (Major sports)
• The head coach must have substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport

and, at the same time, must continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to

the field.

• The head coach must serve as an appropriate role model for student athletes through

his/her instructions and actions.

REPORTS TO: The athletic director, who provides overall objectives and final evaluation in conjunction with the high school principals

WORK ENVIRONMENT: On-site attendance is mandatory for this position.

SUPERVISES: In several instances, the head coach must advise, coordinate and support a staff of high school assistant coaches and middle school coaches in conjunction with the athletic director and respective principal.

JOB GOAL: To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training

necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the coach must instruct and demonstrate behaviors that lead to socially acceptable character development, self-discipline, self-confidence, and pride of accomplishment in the student athletes. To upgrade his/her knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations, consultation, etc.

Work with students interested in sports, provide necessary practice support and advice for a team to be successful against opposing teams in a sports season. Teach and enforce rules and regulations. Involves work on evenings and weekends.