JCS Middle School Wrestling Assistant Coach 2026-2027 School Year

Young World Physical Education; Nicholasville (KY); On-site; USD 27,900 - 50,220; Part time

Job summary

Jessamine County School District in Nicholasville, Kentucky seeks an Assistant Wrestling Coach for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports wrestling programs at East Jessamine Middle School and reports to the Athletic Director.

Immediate start and extra-duty position through the school year. The candidate will assist in planning, organizing practices, teaching skills and strategies, and promoting sportsmanship while ensuring student eligibility and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 64 semester hours of college credit.
• Proof of Adult CPR/First Aid/AED Certification.
• NFHS Coaching Principles Certification.
• KRS 160.445 Heat Related Emergency Training.
• Official transcripts and diplomas.
• Coaches Code of Ethics Form.
• Current W4 Form and current medical exam with TB test.
• Criminal records check, driver's license and SSN on file.
• Concussion training and safety course completion.

Responsibilities

• Assist coaches in promoting sports in the school and community.
• Assist the head coach in planning the athletic program.
• Assist the head coach in organizing and supervising practices.
• Assist the head coach in teaching skills, team plan, strategy, and rules.
• Assist in teaching good sportsmanship and self-control.
• Check eligibility, insurance coverage and parent consent.
• Provide guidance and act as a positive role model.
• Conduct learning experiences with small groups of student athletes.
• Recommend equipment purchases for health and safety.

Skills

Fundamentals of various sports

Health and safety regulations

Interpersonal skills

Lift up to 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma or GED plus 64 college credit hours

Job description

JCS Middle School Wrestling Assistant Coach 2026-2027 School Year

Jessamine County School District – Nicholasville, Kentucky

Job ID: 5840407 | Application Deadline: Posted until filled | Posted: Jul 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) | Starting Date: Immediately | Position Type: Extra-Duty

Job Description

ASSISTANT COACH

BASIC FUNCTION: Assist coaches in various secondary school athletic programs.

Representative Duties

• Assist in promoting sports in the school and community.
• Assist the head coach in planning the athletic program.
• Assist the head coach in organizing and supervising practices.
• Assist the head coach in teaching individual fundamental skills, team plan, team strategy, and rules and regulations of the game.
• Assist the head coach in teaching good sportsmanship and self‑control.
• Assist in checking eligibility of participants, including insurance coverage and parent consent.
• Assist students by providing a proper role model, emotional support, patience, a friendly attitude and general guidance.
• Conduct learning experiences, under the direction of the coaches, with small groups of student athletes.
• Recommend the purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms as appropriate for the health, safety and welfare of student athletes.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Fundamentals of various sports.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

ABILITY TO:

• Assist coaches on one or more sports.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Education and Experience

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate as required by Kentucky law and 64 semester hours college credit.

Licenses and Other Requirements

• Proof of Adult CPR/First Aid/AED Certification
• NFHS Coaching Principles Certification
• KRS 160.445– Heat Related Emergency Training
• Official transcripts and diplomas
• Coaches Code of Ethics Form
• Current W4 Form
• Current Medical Exam with TB test
• Criminal records check
• Copy of driver’s license and Social Security Card, verifying minimum age of 21 years old.
• Concussion training
• Application
• Physical Restraint & Seclusion Training
• Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Training
• KMA/KHSAA Sports Safety Course
• KHSAA Sport Specific Rules Clinic

Contact Information

• Courtney Becknell, Athletic Director
• East Jessamine Middle School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]