Athletic Coach - Coed Wrestling Coach 1: Oakland Tech (Winter 2026)

Oakland-Unified-School-District; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Oakland Technical High School in Oakland, CA seeks an Athletic Coach for Coed Wrestling for Winter 2026. Part‑time position with responsibilities including instruction, scheduling, and fulfilling coaching duties per OAL guidelines.

Qualified candidates may hold a valid CA teaching credential current with OUSD requirements; certification and school policies knowledge are preferred. Apply by Oct 30, 2026 via the district portal.

Qualifications

• Evidence of knowledge of coaching theory and techniques via coursework or prior coaching experience.
• Knowledge of high school rules and regulations for athletics.
• Knowledge of adolescent psychology related to sports participation.
• Ability to maintain safety standards in practices and contests.
• Demonstrated ethical standards in sportsmanship and student relationships.
• Ability to communicate with parents/guardians and school staff about problems during events.
• Knowledge of California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) policies.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and coach students in the sport indicated.
• Help arrange playing schedules.
• Perform/assist in coaching responsibilities as needed.
• Attend all required meetings and trainings as specified by OAL.

Skills

Coaching theory

Rules & regulations knowledge

Adolescent psychology

Safety in coaching

Ethical standards

Communication with parents

CIF policies

Job description

Athletic Coach - Coed Wrestling Coach 1: Oakland Tech (Winter 2026)

Oakland Unified School District Oakland Athletic League - oakland, California

Job Details

Job ID: 5903833

Application Deadline: Oct 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Aug 31, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

DUTIES:

• Instruct and coach students in the sport indicated.
• Help arrange playing schedules.
• Perform/assist in all coaching responsibilities associated with the position.
• Attend all required meetings and trainings as specified by OAL

QUALIFICATIONS:

All Candidates must meet all of the requirements listed below. Preference will be given to current certificated employees of Oakland Unified School District who possess a valid CA teaching credential.

CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED

EXPIRATION TIMELINE

• Fundamentals of Coaching (HIGH SCHOOL)
• Does not expire
• Middle School Coaching (MIDDLE SCHOOL)
• Does not expire
• Concussion in Sports
• Expires every 3 years
• Sudden Cardiac Arrest
• Expires every 2 years
• Heat Illness Prevention
• Expires every 2 years
• CPR & FIRST AID from an instructor led class
• Expires every 2 years

• Provide written evidence indicating knowledge of the coaching theory and techniques in the sport. Evidence may be college course work, prior-coaching experience in the sport, prior participation in the sport at the high school level or inservice training provided by a school district.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations of the sport at the high school level.
• Knowledge of adolescent psychology as it relates to sports participation. College courses or prior active involvement with youth in school/community sports programs will fulfill this requirement.
• Knowledge, skill and ability sufficient to maintain high standards of safety in all aspects of coaching at practices as well as contests.
• Demonstrated high ethical standards related to sportsmanship, fair play and relationships with students.
• Recognition of the need to communicate with parents / guardians and appropriate school staff members regarding problems or emergencies which may arise during a sporting event.
• Knowledge of school policies and California Interscholastic Federation (C.I.F.) policies related to athletics.

Overall Applicant Assessment:

Applicants must be able to meet the standards for the district’s athletic program as carried out at each site, including the ability to instill teamwork, commitment and discipline as to players, developing positive relations and support from parents and the community and offering academic encouragement and support to students. Previous successful experiences coaching the sport at the level of the vacancy will be given additional weight in comparing candidates.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Contact Information

• Alexis Gray-Lawson , Athletic Director
• Oakland Technical High School
• Email: [e-mail]