High School Wrestling Coach — Build Leaders & Wellness

Young World Physical Education; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 2,000 - 5,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrisonburg City Public Schools is seeking a Wrestling Coach for Skyline Middle School in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Immediate starting date with duties to plan, direct, and lead an education based athletic program that develops athletes with empathy and integrity.

The head coach will provide leadership across levels (9th, 10th, JV and Varsity), ensure certified athletes participate, and maintain safety and professional conduct in all activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Virginia Teaching Certificate (preferred) or HCPS substitute.
• Current district staff member (preferred).
• Previous coaching experience preferred.
• Must meet VHSL coaching requirements (VHSL Coaches Education, CPR, First Aid, Child Abuse Recognition).
• Maintain CPR and First Aid certification.
• Other qualifications as required by HCPS, HHS, or VHSL.
• Experience coaching in an Education Based athletic program (preferred).
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Learns and adheres to the coaching philosophy and program of the head coach.
• Accepts and implements the cocurricular philosophy of High School.
• Follows the rules and regulations of the school, the conference and the State High School League.
• Attends the rules interpretation meeting by the State High School League.
• Develops continuity between the community and school programs.
• Provides leadership for all levels (9th, 10th, JV and Varsity).
• Ensures only athletes certified by the Activities Office participate.
• Maintains supervision of the program at all times (locker rooms, practices, events, bus rides).
• Represents the school professionally in demeanor, language, and conduct.
• Teaches and emphasizes safe procedures to athletes.
• Conducts out-of-season training as needed.
• Attends athletic awards programs.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the DSA.

Skills

Empathy

Positive attitude

Trust

Responsibility

Discipline

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Virginia Teaching Certificate (preferred) or HCPS substitute

Current district staff member (preferred)

VHSL Coaches Education, CPR, First Aid, Child Abuse Recognition

Maintain CPR and First Aid certification

Experience coaching in an Education Based athletic program (preferred)

Equivalent combination of experience and training

Job description

Harrisonburg City Public Schools is seeking a Wrestling Coach for Skyline Middle School in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Immediate starting date with duties to plan, direct, and lead an education based athletic program that develops athletes with empathy and integrity.

The head coach will provide leadership across levels (9th, 10th, JV and Varsity), ensure certified athletes participate, and maintain safety and professional conduct in all activities.