Assistant Wrestling Coach

Asheville City Schools; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Asheville City Schools is hiring a Middle School Assistant Wrestling Coach to oversee coaching duties, teach fundamental wrestling skills, and foster student development in a safe athletic environment.

The role requires CPR and First Aid certification, strong communication, and the ability to plan drills, manage equipment, and supervise athletes during practices and events.

Qualifications

• CPR certification and First Aid certification required or preferred.
• Strong knowledge of the sport and instructional methods.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Instruct middle school students in basic wrestling skills and safety.
• Develop drills and practice plans to build individual and team skills.
• Maintain equipment inventory and check in/out gear.

Skills

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Education

High school playing/coaching experience

Job description

Assistant Wrestling Coach

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Job Details

Job ID: 5955862

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 09, 2026 3:18 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Description: Looking to fill a position for a Middle School Assistant Wrestling Coach

Job Summary:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Any teacher/coach must possess the ability to perform these essential job functions and typical duties:

• Possess current CPR certification
• Possess current First Aid certification
• Have fundamental knowledge of the sport
• Ability to select from a variety of instruction methods to teach activity objectives.

JOB SUMMARY: To instruct all students in the fundamental skills and knowledge of the sport or activity. To provide an atmosphere for successful individual development through monitoring, evaluating, and reinforcing.

• Ability to develop drill and practice activities that teach and enhance individual/team skill development that makes up the game.
• Develop and maintain an inventory list of equipment.
• Prepares and implements a schedule of checking out, maintaining, and checking in equipment.
• Ability to plan and enforce appropriate safety and health rules and regulations.
• Ability to develop a supervision plan that ensures the safety and welfare of students at all times: locker room, trips, practices, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality about students and others.
• Presents a professional appearance.
• Ability to be an effective communicator with all audiences - players, parents, supervisors, peers, and spectators.
• Ability to receive, understand and follow directions.
• Be able to model/demonstrate activities and equipment used to develop basic skills or physical condition.
• Ability to observe, diagnose, and prescribe appropriate remediation activities during practice and game conditions for players and team.
• Must know and be able to apply the developmental stages of each point of the game to the needs and ability levels of the team/players.
• Assimilate innovations and adapt to changes when applicable
• May be responsible for supervising students on out-of-town activities. This may involve staying overnight.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to get on the mat for instructions

Qualifications:High school (or higher level) playing/coaching experience, excellent communication and organizational skills, and willingness to join an affiliated coaching association

Working Conditions:

A t Asheville Middle School, we prepare students for a lifetime of success. This begins with a challenging curriculum and a wide variety of extracurricular activities. Our goal is not simply to prepare students to enter college; we equip them to achieve success once they get there. And because life is filled with challenges beyond the classroom, we build up a foundation of strong moral character.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Contact Information

• Dr. Everett Dickerson
• 85 Mountain Street
• Asheville, North Carolina 28801
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]