Junior Varsity Wrestling Coach

Lakeshore Public Schools; Stevensville (MI); On-site; USD 8,000 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPR, First Aid, AED certification

Job summary

Lakeshore High School, Stevensville, MI 49127 seeks a Junior Varsity Wrestling Coach to organize practices, supervise events, and develop student-athletes in line with MHSAA rules.

Responsibilities include team planning, athlete instruction, logistics, and communication with families. Beginning 2026/2027 season; valid CPR/First Aid/AED preferred. Deadline: Until filled.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of wrestling training principles, conditioning, and event competition structure.
• Ability to work effectively with high school-aged student-athletes.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and supervisory skills.
• Ability to pass required background checks and meet district hiring requirements.
• Completion of required MHSAA rules meeting or equivalent annual certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the organization, planning, and supervising all team practices, competitions, and related activities in accordance with MHSAA regulations, school district policies, and conference guidelines.
• Instruct student-athletes in proper wrestling mechanics, match strategy, and principles of good sportsmanship consistent with MHSAA expectations.
• Supervise student-athletes at all times during practices, meets, team travel, and school-sponsored events.
• Promote a team culture that emphasizes character, sportsmanship, respect, integrity, and fair play as outlined by MHSAA values.
• Assist in communication with student-athletes, parents/guardians, school personnel, and athletic administration.
• Support academic achievement and monitor student-athlete eligibility in cooperation with school academic policies.
• Assist in the management of program logistics including equipment, uniforms, and team inventory.
• Assist with transportation coordination and meet operations as assigned by the Head Coach.
• Encourage participation in related athletic programs when applicable.
• Maintain all required coaching certifications, including MHSAA-mandated rules meetings and district training requirements.

Skills

Wrestling knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Supervision

Background checks

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

MHSAA rules meeting/certification

Tools

CPR/First Aid/AED certification

Job description

Junior Varsity Wrestling Coach

Lakeshore High School, Stevensville, MI 49127

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist in the organization, planning, and supervising all team practices, competitions, and related activities in accordance with MHSAA regulations, school district policies, and conference guidelines.
• Instruct student-athletes in proper wrestling mechanics, match strategy, and principles of good sportsmanship consistent with MHSAA expectations.
• Supervise student-athletes at all times during practices, meets, team travel, and school-sponsored events.
• Promote a team culture that emphasizes character, sportsmanship, respect, integrity, and fair play as outlined by MHSAA values.
• Assist in communication with student-athletes, parents/guardians, school personnel, and athletic administration.
• Support academic achievement and monitor student-athlete eligibility in cooperation with school academic policies.
• Assist in the management of program logistics including equipment, uniforms, and team inventory.
• Assist with transportation coordination and meet operations as assigned by the Head Coach.
• Encourage participation in related athletic programs when applicable.
• Maintain all required coaching certifications, including MHSAA-mandated rules meetings and district training requirements.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of wrestling training principles, conditioning, and event competition structure.
• Ability to work effectively with high school-aged student-athletes.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and supervisory skills.
• Ability to pass required background checks and meet district hiring requirements.
• Completion of required MHSAA rules meeting or equivalent annual certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).

Preferred:

• Prior coaching experience in wrestling.
• Experience working with adolescent athletes in an educational or competitive sports setting.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification.

Beginning Date:2026/2027 Season

Deadline for Application:Until Filled

For additional information, contact Greg Younger, Athletic Director, 269-428-1402, Ext. 2003.

NON-DISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.