Assistant Coach Wrestling High School Posting 671

Young World Physical Education; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Los Alamos Public Schools in Los Alamos, New Mexico, is seeking an Assistant Wrestling Coach for the high school program. The role supports the varsity head coach and focuses on instructing athletes in fundamental skills, strategy and training to build individual and team success while fostering discipline, self-confidence and moral values.

The incumbent will direct planning and coaching from middle school through high school, organize practices, and assist with promoting the sport.

Qualifications

• Successful experience as either a head or assistant coach, or successful experience as a player or coach at the college level.

Responsibilities

• Direct the planning, preparations, and coaching activities of the boys wrestling program from the middle school level to the high school.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct a regular program of practice and competition in accordance with rules of the school, the NMAA, and District 2-4A.
• Attend appropriate meetings pertaining to wrestling as scheduled by the NMAA or District 2-4A.
• Recommend the purchase of equipment, supplies, and uniforms as needed.
• Assume responsibility for maintaining an accurate inventory of equipment pertaining to the sport.

Job description

Assistant Coach Wrestling High School

Los Alamos Public Schools Los Alamos High School - Los Alamos, New Mexico

Job Details

Job ID: 5841999

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 20, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

ASSISTANT COACH

SUMMARY:

To support the vision, philosophy, and methodologies of the high school wrestling program and varsity head coach. Instructs athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training necessary to realize a degree of individual and team success while receiving instruction that will lead to the formulation of moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline, and self-confidence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct the planning, preparations, and coaching activities of the boys wrestling program from the middle school level to the high school.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct a regular program of practice and competition in accordance with rules of the school, the NMAA, and District 2-4A.
• Assist the Athletic Director and Athletic Trainer in the distribution and collection of appropriate information (i.e. physical forms, and all other forms that are required by the NMAA, District 2-4A and the high school).
• Attend the appropriate meetings pertaining to wrestling as scheduled by the NMAA or District 2-4A.
• Recommend the purchase of equipment, supplies, and uniforms as needed.
• Assume responsibility for maintaining an accurate inventory of equipment pertaining to the sport.
• Oversee the safety and conditions of the facility or area assigned to the boys wrestling program.
• Assume the responsibility for the supervision, safety, and welfare of students participating in the wrestling program before, during, and after scheduled practices and competitive contests.
• Establish and maintain good rapport with athletes, staff, parents, community groups, and news media.
• Submit requests for transportation forms to the Athletic Director.
• Assist the Athletic Director in planning and organizing promotion, participant recruitment, and recognition programs pertaining to the sport.
• To perform assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• To perform assigned tasks with a high standard of quality.
• To perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or designee.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Successful experience as either a head or assistant coach, or successful experience as a player or coach at the college level.

REQUIRED COACHING COURSES: To be completed after you are hired.

• NFHS Fundamental of Coaching Course
• NFHS First Aid, Health and Safety for Coaches Course
• Heat Illness
• Bullying/Hazing, and Inappropriate Behaviors
• Protecting Students from Abuse
• CPR and AED Course
• Concussion in Sports
• Cheer and Dance Safety Certification (Cheer Coaches only)
• NMPED 501 Initial Support Provider Coach

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience in coaching basketball at the high school level is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Must be able to work in a variety of environments. Must be able to withstand varying levels of temperature and noise levels. The employee must lift or move 25lb and may be required to stand for prolonged periods of time.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Pay: Coaching Schedule

Schedule: TBD

Position Type: Coach Contract

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required