Assistant High School Wrestling Coach - Impactful Role

Alton Schools; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Sylvania in Alton, IL is seeking an Assistant Wrestling Coach for an extra duty position. The role supports the athletic program during the season and off-season, including planning practices, coordinating equipment, and assisting with recruitment and compliance.

The coach will work under the Director of Athletics, ensure safety and student welfare, and help manage schedules, travel, and fundraising activities across seasons. Certification and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Must hold a teaching certificate or ASEP certification.
• Must pass ACUSD #11 background check and drug test.
• Must complete all necessary employment forms.
• Understand basic skills of the wrestling program.

Responsibilities

• Preseason: size and order uniforms and equipment.
• Preseason: distribute uniforms and manage orders.
• Plan, organize and coach summer practices.
• Plan and receive administrator approval for fundraisers to defray athlete costs.
• Manage and distribute sports schedules.
• Complete IHSA online rules review and NFHS concussion training.
• Provide first aid and maintain emergency procedures.
• Recruit athletes for the program.
• Tryouts: post information and hold informational meetings for stakeholders.
• Keep track of applications, recommendations and forms for all applicants.
• Set up and manage tryouts.
• Season: follow all guidelines and hold parent meetings.
• Order buses and ensure travel forms are complete.
• Distribute uniforms and maintain inventory records.
• Supervise practices and ensure eligibility rosters.
• Submit transfer eligibility information to IHSA.
• Attend all home and away games and post season.
• Organize and participate in Homecoming activities.
• Maintain records of attendance and grades.

Skills

Coaching skills

Recruitment

First aid

IHSA/NFHS knowledge

Education

Teaching certificate or ASEP certification

Job description

Sylvania in Alton, IL is seeking an Assistant Wrestling Coach for an extra duty position. The role supports the athletic program during the season and off-season, including planning practices, coordinating equipment, and assisting with recruitment and compliance.

The coach will work under the Director of Athletics, ensure safety and student welfare, and help manage schedules, travel, and fundraising activities across seasons. Certification and background checks are required.