Coach - Head Coach Wrestling

Central Academy Middle School

Fincastle (VA)

On-site

USD 3,000 - 7,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Central Academy Middle School in Fincastle, Virginia is seeking a Head Wrestling Coach to lead our student-athletes this season.

The ideal candidate has prior coaching or playing experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to organize practices, assess performance, and work with administrators to schedule events. This is a part-time stipend position with duties within the school athletic program.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.
Prior coaching or playing experience in wrestling preferred.
Ability to lead, communicate, and work with students and staff.
Must pass background check and meet program requirements.

Responsibilities

Lead practices and manage season schedule.
Teach skills, tactics and techniques.
Monitor performance and provide constructive feedback.
Coordinate with athletic director for scheduling and events.
Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Teaching skills

Interpersonal skills

Coaching experience

Organizing practices

Feedback

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Coach - Head Coach Wrestling

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This job is also posted in Botetourt County Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5864375

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 31, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Botetourt County Public Schools

Job Descriptions

www.bcps.k12.va.us

JOB CLASS: Coach - Athletic

GROUP: Coaches

FLSA STATUS: N/A - Stipend Payment

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

A school coach provides the necessary practice, support, supervision and advice for the team to be successful against opposing teams in a sports season.

ESSENTIAL TASKS:

Previous experience playing or coaching applicable sport
Knowledge with the rules and regulations of the sports they plan on coaching.
Strong leadership qualities
Excellent interpersonal skills
Communication Skills
Teamworking Skills
Ability to teach relevant skills, tactics and techniques
Monitor performance and provide constructive feedback to both individuals and team
Some administrative tasks regarding organization and team information distribution
Perform related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

The coach is responsible for organizing out of season workouts, tryouts and season practices. They are to collaborate with the administration and athletic director in regards to all scheduling that impacts the sport. The coaching staff is expected to work diligently to field the athletic teams with student/athletes that represent BCPS with quality players that show strong character daily. It is expected the coaching staff will always be cognizant of the leadership and visibility of a public school coach. At no time should a coach compromise professionalism while representing BCPS in a coaching capacity. Coaches are asked to work closely with athletic directors and administration during any issues that may resolve in additional support.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or GED

A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid driver's license.

Must be able to successfully pass criminal background investigation

VHSL Coaches’ Education and Pre-Season Coaches’ Meetings led by BCPS Athletic Director

Revised: February 2026

Position Type: Part-Time