Middle School Wrestling Coach

Portlandk12; Portland (MI); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Middle School Wrestling Coach to lead our wrestling program at Portland Middle School. The role focuses on developing student-athletes on and off the mat, fostering sportsmanship, integrity, and competitive excellence.

The candidate will coach, mentor, and collaborate with the Varsity Wrestling Coach and Extra-Curricular Activities Director, ensure safety, adherence to MHSAA rules, and promote academic success among wrestlers.

Qualifications

• Previous successful wrestling coaching experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of wrestling techniques, strategy, skill development, and current MHSAA wrestling rules.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to promoting good sportsmanship, character development, and academic success.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, or the ability to obtain certification prior to the start of the season.
• Must successfully complete a Michigan school employment fingerprint background check prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the middle school wrestling program.
• Support all aspects of the wrestling program.
• Collaborate with the Varsity Wrestling Coach and Extra-Curricular Activities Director to support and strengthen the entire Portland Public Schools wrestling program.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and support to coaches throughout the program.
• Develop student-athletes in the areas of wrestling skills, sportsmanship, teamwork, leadership, and academic responsibility.
• Ensure compliance with all MHSAA, league, district, and school policies and procedures.
• Promote positive relationships with athletes, families, staff, officials, and the community.

Skills

Coaching experience

Wrestling knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Sportsmanship

Character development

Academic focus

Job description

POSITION POSTING- PORTLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Position: Middle School Wrestling Coach
Location: Portland Middle School

Portland Public Schools is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Middle School Wrestling Coach to lead our middle school wrestling program. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about developing student-athletes both on and off the mat while fostering a culture of sportsmanship, integrity, and competitive excellence.

Candidates must possess the following qualifications:

• Previous successful wrestling coaching experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of wrestling techniques, strategy, skill development, and current MHSAA wrestling rules.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to promoting good sportsmanship, character development, and academic success.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, or the ability to obtain certification prior to the start of the season.
• Must successfully complete a Michigan school employment fingerprint background check prior to employment.

The following qualifications are preferred but not required:

• Previous wrestling coaching experience.
• Experience developing youth and middle school wrestling programs.
• Demonstrated success building and sustaining a competitive wrestling program while emphasizing integrity, sportsmanship, and student development.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the middle school wrestling program.
• Support all aspects of the wrestling program.
• Collaborate with the Varsity Wrestling Coach and Extra-Curricular Activities Director to support and strengthen the entire Portland Public Schools wrestling program.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and support to coaches throughout the program.
• Develop student-athletes in the areas of wrestling skills, sportsmanship, teamwork, leadership, and academic responsibility.
• Ensure compliance with all MHSAA, league, district, and school policies and procedures.
• Promote positive relationships with athletes, families, staff, officials, and the community.

Questions regarding the position or Portland Public Schools may be directed to Jason Haid, Extra-Curricular Activities Director at: [e-mail]

Portland Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer

No person applying for employment with Portland Public Schools shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital status, familial status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic in any program, activity, or employment opportunity.