2026-2027 SY - Athletic Coach - Head Wrestling

Gallup-Mckinley County Schools; Gallup (NM); On-site; USD 8,000 - 8,500; Part time

Job summary

Gallup High School seeks an Athletic Coach – Head Wrestling Coach for the 2026-2027 school year. The position involves leading the wrestling program, planning practices, and coaching at competitions on-site.

The ideal candidate holds or can obtain an Athletic Coaching License for grades 7-12, has a high school diploma or equivalent, and is prepared to work evenings and weekends as part of a comprehensive athletic program.

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.

Responsibilities

• Instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success.
• Upgrade 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.

Skills

Organizational skills

Coaching experience

Sports technical knowledge

Role model

Education

Athletic Coaching License 7-12

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Job description

2026-2027 SY - Athletic Coach - Head Wrestling JobID: 5462

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Athletic Coach - High School Wrestling

Date Posted: 10/1/2026

Location: Gallup High School

Date Available: SY2026-2027

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 applicantsMUSTattach 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.

Postings current as of 10/2/2026 10:18:22 PM CST.

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