Head Boys Wrestling Coach – Lead Team & Program

Vancouver Public Schools; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Public Schools in Washington seeks a dedicated athletics coach to lead a comprehensive program under the direction of the Athletic Director and Principal. The role includes conducting practices, overseeing games, and developing athletes while ensuring compliance with WIAA policies.

You will recruit athletes, promote sportsmanship, and manage equipment and safety trainings, working with a diverse student body and families in a collaborative school environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the sport in which the candidate is applying.
• Recent coaching experience with K-12 athletes preferred.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or ability to obtain prior to the established start date.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience which demonstrates strong organizational skills and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work cooperatively with students and parents who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse.

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate a vision for the program that embraces character development and a positive experience for all athletes.
• Recruit student athletes for the coach’s school for participation.
• Conduct practices focusing on proper technique and mechanics of the sport.
• Attend and supervise athletes at games, and execute game strategy.
• Attend yearly Coaches’ Institute training in August.
• Teach and demonstrate appropriate sportsmanship with athletes, parents and the school community.
• Organize, supervise, and evaluate practice sessions.
• Know and adhere to WIAA, league, district, and building rules and policies.
• Complete required district and WIAA trainings around sport specific rules and safety.
• Maintain and inventory uniforms and equipment.
• Communicate effectively with diverse parties and work cooperatively with staff, students, parents and community.

Skills

Knowledge of sport

Coaching experience

First Aid & CPR

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Diversity & inclusion

Job description

Vancouver Public Schools in Washington seeks a dedicated athletics coach to lead a comprehensive program under the direction of the Athletic Director and Principal. The role includes conducting practices, overseeing games, and developing athletes while ensuring compliance with WIAA policies.

You will recruit athletes, promote sportsmanship, and manage equipment and safety trainings, working with a diverse student body and families in a collaborative school environment.