Assistant Wrestling Coach - TAD

Elizabethton City Schools; Elizabethton (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Elizabethton City Schools is seeking an Assistant Wrestling Coach to support the Head Wrestling Coach and help develop student-athletes in a competitive program emphasizing skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

The role requires on-site presence, collaboration with staff, and adherence to district policies. Experience in wrestling and required coaching certifications are preferred, with a focus on student growth and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous wrestling experience (participation and/or coaching) preferred.
• Knowledge of wrestling techniques, rules, and training methods.
• Ability to work collaboratively with coaching staff and school personnel.
• Must complete all required coaching certifications and trainings as required by TSSAA and district.
• Must meet all health requirements and pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting practices to develop wrestling skills and conditioning.
• Instruct student-athletes on wrestling rules, strategies, and techniques.
• Support the implementation of program goals set by the Head Coach.
• Supervise student-athletes during practice, matches, travel, and related activities.
• Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, and respect among student-athletes.
• Ensure compliance with TSSAA rules, school policies, and district expectations.
• Assist with match preparation, including lineup decisions and coaching support during matches.
• Emphasize safety and injury prevention and management techniques.
• Coordinate schedules, facility usage, and transportation with Head Coach and Athletic Director.
• Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment and uniforms.
• Model professionalism and effective communication with students, parents, and staff.

Skills

Wrestling techniques

Team collaboration

Safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description: Assistant Wrestling Coach

Department: Athletics

Last Revised: April 2026

Job Summary

The Assistant Wrestling Coach supports the Head Wrestling Coach in all aspects of the wrestling program, including instruction, supervision, and development of student-athletes. This position is responsible for helping build a competitive program that emphasizes skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and student growth while aligning with the district's mission of Experience Excellence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assist in planning and conducting practices that develop fundamental wrestling skills, techniques, and conditioning.
2. Instruct student-athletes on rules, strategies, terminology, and proper techniques of wrestling.
3. Support the implementation of program goals established by the Head Coach.
4. Supervise student-athletes during practice, matches, travel, and related activities.
5. Promote good sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, and respect among student-athletes.
6. Ensure compliance with all TSSAA rules, school policies, and district expectations.
7. Assist with match preparation, including lineup decision and in-match coaching support.
8. Emphasize safety and proper injury prevention and management techniques.
9. Help coordinate schedules, facility usage, and transportation needs in collaboration with the Head Coach and Athletic Director.
10. Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment and uniforms.
11. Model professionalism and ethical behavior at all times, representing the school positively.
12. Maintain effective communication with student-athletes, parents, and school personnel.
13. Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Wrestling Coach, Athletic Director, or administration.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous wrestling experience (participation and/or coaching) preferred
• Knowledge of wrestling techniques, rules, and training methods
• Ability to work collaboratively with coaching staff and school personnel
• Must complete all required coaching certifications and trainings as required by TSSAA and district
• Must meet all health requirements and pass background check

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• The essential functions of this position must be performed on-site at the assigned work location. This role is not designated as a remote or hybrid position.

• Physical presence at work is an essential function of this position.

• This job may require lifting of objects that exceed 25 lbs. Other physical demands that may be required are as follows:

• Pushing and/or pulling

• Climbing

• Stooping and/or kneeling

• Reaching

• Talking

• Hearing

• Seeing

• Adaptability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure; accepting responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity; dealing with students; generalizing, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria.

• Low to medium degree of discomfort due to exposure to temperature, fumes, dirt, dust, noise, and cleaning chemicals.

• The position also requires effective communication with parents and colleagues to support the holistic development of students and ensure alignment with school goals. Collaboration with other staff members will be essential to ensure a cohesive experience for all students.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned.