Anticipated Mead HS Assistant Wrestling Coach (3 positions)

Mead High School

Spokane (WA)

On-site

USD 4,300 - 7,500

Part time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

SEBB benefits

Job summary

Mead High School in Spokane, Washington seeks three Assistant Wrestling Coaches for Winter 2026-2027. The role involves leading athletes, organizing practices from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., and upholding safety and school policies within the Mead School District.

Salary ranges from $4,306 to $7,493 per extracurricular contract. Benefits include standard district provisions; experience and documented coaching history affect placement.

Qualifications

Must be 19+ for Assistant Coach; 21+ for Head Coach.
First Aid/CPR certification required by season start.
Type II Driver's License preferred.
Understand sport safety practices and skill progression.

Responsibilities

Instruct athletes on techniques, rules and safety.
Develop and organize practice programs; practices 3:00–6:00 pm.
Supervise athletes during practices, games, camps and travel.
Promote the interscholastic program and align with school values.
Communicate with parents regarding team rules and guidelines.
Ensure documentation and medical forms are completed before season.

Skills

Positive attitude

Planning skills

Organizing practices

Communication with parents

Education

First Aid/CPR certification

Driver's license (Type II preferred)

Job description

Anticipated Mead HS Assistant Wrestling Coach (3 positions)

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Job Details

Application Deadline: Oct 26, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Starting Date: Nov 16, 2026

Job Description

October 19, 2026

COACHING VACANCY

Mead High School

Assistant Wrestling Coach - 3 positions

Winter 2026-2027

JOB SUMMARY:

To provide knowledge, motivation, and leadership in an activity in which the student can excel to their full potential while competing in an atmosphere that adds to total education, including physical well-being, moral character, and social and mental development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF ALL COACHES:

Instruct athletes regarding the techniques, rules, and safety practices of the sport.
Develops and organizes practice program. Schedule and conduct practices according to agreed-upon schedules. Practice time for each sport is from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Supervise athletes from the scheduled beginning of the practice or game until the last athlete is picked up, knowing where all participants are at all times.
Supervise athletes during activities in connection with athletic events, including practices, games, camps, and travel.
Promote the entire interscholastic program of the school and direct the program in harmony with the total school program.
Set an example of the highest ethical and moral conduct, including respecting and supporting contest officials.
Foster among the participants and spectators an appreciation of the values of athletics, an attitude of good sportsmanship, and a sense of pride in self, team, school, and community.
Promote a healthy lifestyle to student-athletes.
Ensure that all athletes have completed and submitted all required documentation, including the medical insurance coverage form, and have undergone and passed any required medical examinations before the regular practice season begins.
Communicate with parents regarding team rules and athletic department guidelines.
Conferences with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding the athletic performance and/or conduct of their student.
Know and understand the student-athlete handbook.
Follows state, conference, and district regulations governing the athletic program
Adhere to all safety laws and district policies.
Follow the injuries, care, and prevention procedures as documented in the Mead School District Athletic Policies and Procedures.
Complete and submit accident reports for any injury to the school principal or designee.
Recognize and adhere to any athlete's health plans.
Provide equal opportunities to all athletes as per the student nondiscrimination policy.
Annually complete the WIAA general rules clinic and the WIAA-approved rule clinic for the sport being coached
Hold valid first aid and CPR certifications.
Complete trainings as required by the District and the WIAA.
Perform other related duties as assigned by District Administrators or the Athletic Director.

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IF HEAD COACH:

Works with the athletics director in scheduling practices and competitions.
Assists the Athletic Director with the selection and evaluation of the assistant coaches.
Assigns duties to assistant coach/coaches as necessary
Determines, with feedback from the assistant coaches, athlete participation during practices and games, including team level and playing time, in conjunction with the assistant coach at the respective level.
Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times.
Works with AD and Athletic Administrative Assistant to ensure that lists of all players eligible for athletic contests are prepared and maintained under the rules of the Mead School District Athletic Policies and Procedures.
Communicates with AD and Building Administration regarding topics related to the athletes and/or sports season.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be 19 or older for Assistant Coach and 21 or older for Head Coach.
Must have current First Aid/CPR certification or be able to acquire it by the start of the season.
Type II Driver's License, preferred.
Understand the activity/sport, its safety practices, techniques, rules, and progression of skill development.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

Demonstrate a positive attitude toward students and the ability to motivate them toward developing a successful program.
Be able to consistently meet schedule responsibilities for practice, coaching preparation, competition, and related activities.
Ability to plan practices and events, and organize all the necessary materials and personnel to carry out the activity.
Ability to work with students, colleagues, parents, and officials in a positive, professional, and equitable manner.

DESIRED CRITERIA:

Previous coaching experience at the Secondary level.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT AND SALARY:

As outlined by and in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) of Mead ExtraCurricular Employees Association (MECA) and the Policies and Procedures of Mead School District.CBAs and Salary Schedules can be reviewed from the Human Resources page of the Mead School District website at https://www.mead354.org/about-us/department-directory/human-resources/new-page .Mead policies and Procedures can be accessed online at https://www.mead354.org/about-us/board-of-directors/board-policies

The Salary Range for High School Assistant Wrestling Coaches is a minimum of $4,306.00 - a maximum of $7,493.00per contract. Documented paid coaching experience from public and private schools (middle school, high school, or collegiate level), in and out of state, will be used in determining salary schedule placement. Any employee who works any extra days after the last regularly scheduled GSL contest for authorized playoff or extended activities or equivalent will receive a post-season pay stipend.

Employees who are not also employed in other positions with the District will accrue 1 hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked. Employees whoare not also employed in other benefit-qualifying positions with the Districtand whowork 630 hours within a school year will become benefit-eligible for the remainder of the school year. Standard benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability. Benefits are provided through the School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB) at https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees

Mead School District #354 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants based on sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, age, and honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to the District's Title IX/Civil Rights Officer, Josh Westermann, Section 504 Coordinator, Heather Havens, and/or Affi...

Position Type: Coach

Salary: $4,306 to $7,493 Extracurricular Contract

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Athletics & Activities > Coaching

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