Hillside Wrestling Coach

Kalamazoo Public Schools; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 3,200 - 5,200; Full time

Job summary

Kalamazoo Public Schools is seeking a Wrestling Coach for Hillside Middle School for Winter 2026-2027. The coach will work with the Athletic Director to develop the program, organize practices, and coordinate games. The role emphasizes safety, fair play, and positive leadership within a school sports environment.

The ideal candidate has coaching experience, CPR/First Aid, and CAP 1/2 completion, with a focus on organization and mentorship. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Coaching experience or assisting in a recognized program above the novice level for at least two years
• Completion of a course in the prevention of athletic injuries, or agreeable to complete the class before the start of the second season coaching
• Current first aid and CPR training or willing to complete CPR training before the second season
• Complete CAP 1 and CAP 2 before the end of the second season
• BS or BA degree with a minimum of two years successful teaching experience
• Valid Michigan teaching certificate
• Prior demonstrated ability to provide positive leadership for coaches and athletes, and to serve as a positive role model
• Experience in a multicultural urban school district
• Successful prior participation in the sport at either the high school, college or professional level

Responsibilities

• Organize and coordinate team tryouts with the Athletic Director
• Coordinate and organize varsity practice and game events
• Develop and provide training rules to the Athletic Director
• Follow injury protocol and ensure athlete safety
• Promote school spirit and other sports and activities
• Attend athletic department meetings
• Maintain equipment inventory and accountability
• Exhibit enthusiasm and respect for the program
• Dress appropriately for games and practices
• Act as a role model and mentor to athletes

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Positive role model

Multicultural awareness

Education

BS or BA degree with at least two years teaching experience

Michigan teaching certificate

Coaching experience or assisting in a recognized program above novice level

Course in prevention of athletic injuries (CAP 1/2)

Job description

Wrestling Coach

Hillside Middle School

Winter 2026-2027

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Works under the direction of the AD with the varsity teams towards the program.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Organize and work with AD in team player tryouts and selection.
2. Participate in pre-season parent meetings and post-season awards programs.
3. Cooperate with AD and school staff as well as fellow coaches.
4. Coordinate and organize varsity practice and game events.
5. Develop and provide training rules to AD.
6. Follow due process guidelines when disciplining athletes.
7. Conduct well organized practices.
8. Develop a well organized practice plan by collaborating with fellow coaches.
9. Derive from the practice plan a well-organized practice schedule to be distributed to athletes, parents, and athletic offices.
10. Follow injury protocol.
11. Develop a team that appropriately displays the skills of the athletes.
12. Responsible for developing or adhering to a sound system of equipment accountability, including inventory, repair and replacement.
13. Well versed and knowledgeable in the sport.
14. Must follow KPS (Athletic Code of Conduct) and MHSAA policies and regulations.
15. Meet all deadlines for paperwork (i.e. rosters, physicals, officials ratings, etc.)
16. Exhibit enthusiasm towards athletes and display respect for the entire program (i.e. officials, opponents, parents, schools, property, equipment, etc.)
17. Dress appropriately for games, practices, and other school/athletic functions.
18. Act as a role model, display respect, and model leadership skills.
19. Foster school spirit by promoting other sports, clubs, and co-curricular activities.
20. Maintain fair, consistent, understanding and tolerant relationships with athletes.
21. Maintain composure and conduct during practice and games.
22. Attend all athletic departmental meetings.
23. All other duties assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. High School Diploma or equivalent from an accredited organization.
2. Previous coaching experience or assisting in a recognized program above the novice level for at least two years.
3. Completion of a course in the prevention of athletic injuries, or agreeable to complete the class before the start of the second season coaching.
4. Current first aid and CPR training or willing to complete CPR training before the second season.
5. Complete CAP 1 and CAP 2 before the end of the second season.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

1. BS or BA degree with a minimum of two years successful teaching experience.
2. Valid Michigan teaching certificate.
3. Prior demonstrated the ability to provide positive leadership for coaches and athletes, and to serve as a positive role model in all aspects of the coaching profession.
4. Experience in a multicultural urban school district.
5. Successful prior participation in the sport at either the high school, college or professional level.

DEADLINE: Until Filled

Kalamazoo Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.