Assistant Coach - Wrestling

Snohomish School District; United States; On-site; USD 3,445,000 - 4,105,000; Part time

Job summary

Snohomish School District in Valley View Middle School is seeking an Athletics/Activities/Coaches and Advisors staff member to assist the head coach in implementing a middle school sports program. You will develop fundamentals, model sportsmanship, and help determine play systems while maintaining a safe environment and keeping eligibility records.

The role requires coaching experience, WIAA coaching certification or willingness to obtain it, and a genuine commitment to youth development and

Qualifications

• demonstrated successful coaching experience at head or assistant level
• meet or be willing to meet WIAA coaching certification standard
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Valid Washington state teacher certification preferred
• Employment as a teacher or substitute teacher in Snohomish School District preferred
• Previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport preferred
• Substantial knowledge of technical aspects of the sport preferred
• Willingness to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the sport
• Possess or be willing to obtain First Aid/CPR certificates
• HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis B training
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and positive relationships with students, staff and the community.
• Ability to establish goodwill and promote the athletic program in the community.
• Ability to articulate a coaching philosophy.
• Ability to emphasize ethical competition, sportsmanship, leadership and citizenship.
• Ability to positively motivate athletes and promote teamwork.
• Ability to listen well and communicate positively and clearly.
• Ability to consistently apply established team rules and regulations.
• Ability to be firm but fair in enforcing expectations of behavior with athletes.
• Ability to apply developmentally appropriate coaching methods for student athletes.
• Willingness to pursue clinics and workshops for new techniques.
• Ability to apply knowledge of safe training practices and injury procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in implementing a given sports program.
• Develop fundamental skills and understanding of the sport.
• Model and foster cooperation, sportsmanship and ethical behavior.
• Determine system of play and develop strategies.
• Maintain a safe environment and monitor participant eligibility and behavior.
• Issue and inventory equipment and maintain related records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Coaching experience

Coaching certification

First Aid/CPR knowledge

Communication

Leadership

Education

Washington teacher certification

First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

• Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/ Coaches and Advisors
• Date Posted:
  10/14/2026
• Location:
  Valley View Middle School

Our People = Our Strength

Snohomish School District is looking for skilled and dedicated professionals that are committed to our students and community. People with different backgrounds, different experiences and different ways of accomplishing things add to our strength and diversity. Successful candidates will be committed to a continuing program of personal and professional growth and the ability to work effectively with people with dynamic backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Job Summary

Assists the head coach in implementing a given sports program.Individuals occupying coaching positions are responsible for developing fundamental skills and an understanding of the rules of the sport in participants, modeling and fostering cooperation, sportsmanship and ethical behavior. Coaches determine the system of play to be used and develop and implement best strategies and methods to carry out the system. They are responsible for maintaining a safe environment for participants, ensuring their eligibility and monitoring their behavior. Coaches issue and inventory equipment, maintain financial and other related records, and perform other related duties as assigned.Specific responsibilities for this position are as described on the attached job description.

Season

3rd Quarter- Middle School, estimated season dates January 11, 2027 - March 10, 2027 (subject to change around athletic season window)

Salary

$2,501 - $2,980 per the 2025-26 Salary Schedule. Hourly rate/stipend amount is dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• have demonstrated successful coaching experience, either at the head or assistant level;
• meet or be willing to meet the Washington Interscholastic Athletic Association coaching certification standard;
• Must be at least 21 years of age;
• Valid Washington state teacher certification preferred;
• Employment as a teacher or substitute teacher in Snohomish School District preferred;
• Previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport preferred;
• Substantial knowledge of technical aspects of the sport preferred;
• Willingness to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the sport;
• Possess or be willing to obtain First Aid/CPR certificates;
• HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis B training.

We've taken care to identify the qualifications required for this position, and have numbered them so that you can clearly address each qualification in your letter of application.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective and positive relationships with students, staff and the community.
• Ability to establish good will and effectively promote the athletic program in the community.
• Ability to articulate a well-defined and understandable coaching philosophy.
• Ability to emphasize ethical competition, sportsmanship, leadership and citizenship among coaches and athletes.
• Ability to positively motivate athletes and promote teamwork.
• Ability to listen well and communicate positively and clearly.
• Ability to consistently apply established team rules and regulations.
• Ability to be firm but fair in enforcing expectations of behavior with athletes.
• Ability to apply developmentally and age appropriate methods to coaching student athletes.
• Willingness to pursue innovation and knowledge of new techniques through participation in clinics and workshops.
• Ability to apply knowledge of safe training practices and appropriate injury procedures.

All offers of employment are contingent upon

satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers/professional references; satisfactory outcome of criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Snohomish School Board.

Selection Procedure

Unless indicated, the position will remain open until filled.

Questions

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The Snohomish School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination, and all are located at 1601 Avenue D, Snohomish, WA 98290: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator – Darryl Pernat, 360-563-7285, [e-mail]; ADA Coordinator – Shantel Strandt, 360-563-7229, [e-mail]; Section 504 Coordinator - Wendy McCulloch, 360-563-7308, [e-mail]; and Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying Coordinator – Jennifer Harlan, 360-563-7375, [e-mail].