Coach - Assistant High School Wrestling

Jefferson City High School; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A local education institution is seeking an Assistant High School Wrestling Coach to support the Head Coach in developing wrestling skills among students at Jefferson City High School. The position entails teaching, enforcing discipline, planning practices, and ensuring a supportive environment that fosters academic excellence. Qualified candidates should possess a valid Missouri teacher certificate and relevant coaching experience. This position requires strong communication skills and dedication to student success.

Qualifications

• Experience in an assistant coaching role preferred.
• Ability to demonstrate sportsmanship and discipline.
• Clearance requirements must be met.

Responsibilities

• Teach and coach students at the highest level.
• Plan and schedule practice sessions.
• Work with the head coach to ensure discipline.

Skills

Coaching individual participants

Effective communication skills

Experience in coaching

Ability to enforce discipline

Education

Valid Missouri teacher certificate

Employment as a teacher in Jefferson City School District

Job description

Overview

Jefferson City School District Jefferson City High School - Jefferson City, Missouri

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Coach - Assistant High School Wrestling

Job Details

Job ID: 5522692

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Feb 03, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 12, 2026

Job Description

Position: Coach - Assistant High School Wrestling

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Head Coach and Activities Director

Salary: Stipend

Purpose Statement

The Jefferson City School District is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Coach – Assistant to aid the Head Coach in serving the district’s 9,000 students who attend 11 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, 1 alternative school, 1 pre-school and a variety of alternative educational offerings and services.

The assistant coach will work with the head coach and activities director to ensure the highest possible level of service is delivered to students while fostering a culture of academic excellence. Further, in conjunction with the head coach, the assistant coach will help each participating student achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship, and an increased level of self-esteem.

Essential Functions

JOB GOAL: To teach and coach our students at the highest level that can be attained which would support the academic beliefs and practices of the Jefferson City School District.

• Coach individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved.
• Plans and schedules a regular program of practice in season.
• Works closely with the head coach to enforce discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times, and to establish and oversee penalties for breach of such standards by individual students.
• Demonstrates effective human relations and communication skills.
• Assists the head coach with the organization and supervision of the sports program.
• Complies with good safety practices.
• Complies with all district rules, regulations and policies.
• Other duties/responsibilities deemed necessary as may be assigned.

Skills/Qualifications

• Valid Missouri teacher certificate.
• Employment as a teacher in the Jefferson City School District.
• Previous coaching experience in assigned sport, preferred.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may deem appropriate.

Miscellaneous Requirements

Clearances

Background clearance required; the results of which must be satisfactory to the District.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Must be able to demonstrate performance in physical situations including weather or surface related areas as well as working on game plans or other related tasks that would be done by the head coach.

Contact Information:
Human Resources
315 E Dunklin Street
Jefferson City MO 65101

573-659-3013

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION Applicants for admission or employment, students, parents of elementary and secondary school students, employees, sources of referral and applicants for employment, and all professional organizations that have entered into agreements with our School District are hereby notified that our School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities

Position Type: Coach

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

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