Girls Varsity Assistant Wrestling Coach

North Plainfield School District; North Plainfield (NJ); Presencial; USD 6400 - 8700; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

North Plainfield High School in North Plainfield, NJ seeks a Girls Varsity Assistant Wrestling Coach to begin with the 2026-2027 winter season. The coach helps the Head Coach plan, organize, and deliver a comprehensive girls' wrestling program for high school athletes.

The role requires NJ teaching or substitute certification, active certifications before season, and strong communication and safety practices to guide student-athletes both on and off the mat.

Formación

• Valid New Jersey Teaching Certificate or Substitute Certificate or state-approved coaching eligibility clearance.
• Successful completion of district background check and fingerprinting.
• Certifications required before season start: CPR/First Aid, NFHS coaching courses and concussion training.

Responsabilidades

• Assist Head Coach in planning, organizing, and delivering a comprehensive girls' wrestling program.
• Teach fundamental and advanced wrestling techniques and emphasize athlete safety.
• Support daily administrative and logistical duties for the team.

Conocimientos

Wrestling experience

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Educación

New Jersey Teaching Certificate

New Jersey Substitute Certificate

Coaching eligibility clearance

Descripción del empleo

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Coaching

Date Posted: 10/16/2026

Location: North Plainfield High School

The North Plainfield School District invites applications for a Girls Varsity Assistant Wrestling Coach position at North Plainfield High School beginning with the 2026 2027 winter season.

The Girls Varsity Assistant Wrestling Coach assists the Head Coach in planning, organizing, and delivering a comprehensive high school girls' wrestling program. This position is responsible for teaching fundamental and advanced wrestling techniques, fostering character and sportsmanship, prioritizing athlete safety, and supporting the head coach with daily administrative and logistical duties.

North Plainfield is a diverse and vibrant community committed to developing the whole child through academics, athletics, and extracurricular opportunities. Our athletic programs emphasize excellence, sportsmanship, teamwork, leadership, and character development. We are seeking a passionate, student-centered coach who is committed to helping build a comprehensive wrestling program that supports student-athletes both on and off the mat.

Qualifications and Responsibilities:

• A valid New Jersey Teaching Certificate or New Jersey Substitute Certificate or state-approved coaching eligibility clearance.
• Successful completion of the required district background check and fingerprinting.

Certifications (Must be current prior to season start):

• CPR, AED, and First Aid (or the ability to obtain certification prior to the start of the season).
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Certification (or state equivalent).
• NFHS Concussion in Sports Certification.
• NFHS Sudden Cardiac Arrest Certification.
• Heat Illness Prevention Certification (if applicable).

Experience & Skills:

• High school or collegiate wrestling experience (prior experience coaching or competing in girls'/women's freestyle or folkstyle wrestling preferred).
• Strong working knowledge of high school wrestling rules, scoring, weight management guidelines, and safety protocols.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills to work effectively with high school student-athletes, parents, administrators, and athletic trainers.

Salary

$7,529

Equal Employment Opportunity

The North Plainfield Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.