Athletic Coach - Middle School Wrestling Assistant

Christian Academy of Knoxville; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christian Academy of Knoxville in Knoxville seeks a Middle School Wrestling Assistant Coach to support the Head Coach and Athletic Director in administering the program, mentoring student-athletes, coordinating schedules, travel, and budget, and upholding CAK's mission and core values.

The role emphasizes discipline, positive coaching, and communication with families, with responsibilities including training planning, game preparation, equipment management, and attending games and meetings.

Qualifications

• Spiritually sensitive, born-again Christian with leadership abilities
• Clear communication with varied audiences and professional integrity
• Ability to exercise discretion with confidential matters
• Ability to maintain courteous, respectful attitude in all situations

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Coach and Athletic Director in administering the middle school wrestling program
• Discipline and mentor student-athletes; communicate with parents/guardians
• Schedule, travel planning, and budget oversight for the program
• Supervise facilities, equipment, and uniforms; attend all games and practices
• Coordinate with high school and middle school coaches to align development plans
• Attend professional development and coach meetings and perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Strong communication

Mentoring & leadership

Faith-based leadership

Collaboration with coaches and AD

Tools

CPR/AED/First Aid certificat

Job description

Description

The Middle School Wrestling Assistant Coach, in conjunction with the Head Coach and the Athletic Director, is responsible for the overall administration of the middle school wrestling program. The Assistant Coach is responsible for all aspects, including discipling and mentoring student-athletes, parent relations, scheduling, travel, and budget. The head coach is expected to lead a program that reflects the highest standards of conduct and CAK’s athletic mission and core values.

Requirements

A coach for Christian Academy of Knoxville (CAK) must be a spiritually sensitive individual who understands the mission and philosophy of the school. The coach must be a born-again Christian with spiritual maturity and leadership abilities that will enable him/her to lead in God’s truth. The ability to communicate well with various types of people, handle information appropriately, maintain a courteous, professional, and respectful attitude and integrity in all situations are prerequisites.

• Provide appropriate training, discipline, and coaching that leads to a highly competitive program; evaluate individual student athletes and develop a coaching plan that takes student-athletes to their full potential.
• Work closely with high school, and middle school coaches to build program and develop coaching plans.
• Develop individual and team skills through well planned training and positive reinforcement.
• Communicate proactively with student-athletes and parents/guardians as appropriate regarding expectations, camps, practices, and game schedules.
• Supervise student-athletes before and after practices / games.
• Supervise all areas of participation including but not limited to gyms, fields, arenas, theater, locker or dressing rooms, buses, etc.
• Issue equipment and uniforms to student athletes, ensuring all equipment is maintained properly and uniforms are returned.
• Attend all games (both home and away) continuing through the conclusion of any post-season tournament(s).
• Set up facilities in preparation for practice, games, and events.
• Conduct pre-season conditioning and practices.
• May be asked to operate school vehicle to games/events.
• Attend all professional development and coach meetings.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Wrestling Coach and Athletic Director.
• Ability to exercise discretion and utmost professionalism in confidential and sensitive student/family matters.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• CPR, AED, First Aid certification.
• Maintains compliance with all rules and regulations of the TSSAA
• Complies with and supports all CAK policies.