Assistant Wrestling Coach

Sylvania; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend-based compensation

Professional development opportunities

Access to athletic facilities and资源

Job summary

Empire High School in Tucson, AZ is seeking an Assistant Wrestling Coach to support the head coach in developing and mentoring student-athletes. You will help with practices, game preparation, and strategy, teaching fundamental wrestling skills and promoting sportsmanship and teamwork.

The role emphasizes maintaining a safe environment and upholding the program’s goals and culture, with a stipend-based compensation and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of wrestling fundamentals, rules, and strategies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to foster a positive, inclusive team environment.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Must pass a background check as required by the school district.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective training programs to enhance team performance.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to student-athletes emphasizing sportsmanship and teamwork.
• Organize and supervise practices, conditioning, and game strategies.
• Promote academic achievement and ensure players meet eligibility requirements.
• Represent Empire High School with professionalism in the community and competitions.
• Ensure compliance with AIA rules and school policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

CPR/First Aid

Background check required

Knowledge of wrestling fundamentals

Job description

Job Posting: Boys Wrestling Assistant Coach - Empire High School, Tucson, AZ

Location: Empire High School, Tucson, Arizona
Job Type: Part-Time/Seasonal
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Season: Nov. 2nd - Feb. 10th 2027

Job Description: Empire High School is seeking an Assistant Wrestling Coach to support the head coach in developing and mentoring student-athletes. Responsibilities include assisting with practices, game preparation and strategy, teaching fundamental wrestling skills, promoting sportsmanship and teamwork, maintaining a safe environment, and supporting the overall goals and culture of the wrestling program.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective training programs to enhance player performance and team success.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to student-athletes, emphasizing sportsmanship, discipline, and teamwork.
• Organize and supervise team practices, conditioning programs, and game strategies.
• Promote academic achievement and ensure players adhere to eligibility requirements.
• Represent Empire High School with professionalism in the community and in interscholastic competitions.
• Ensure compliance with Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA) rules and school policies.

Qualifications

• Required:
• • Strong knowledge of the sport’s fundamentals, rules, and strategies.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to foster a positive and inclusive team environment.
  • CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
  • Must pass a background check as required by the school district.
• Preferred:
• • Prior coaching experience at the high school, club, or collegiate level.
  • Previous experience as an assistant coach.
  • Knowledge of strength and conditioning principles.
  • Experience with student-athlete development programs.

Benefits

• Stipend-based compensation.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Access to school athletic facilities and resources.