Middle School Wrestling Coach

Pleasant Hill R-III School District; United States; On-site; USD 2,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

A local school district is currently seeking a Middle School Wrestling Coach to guide boys and girls wrestling for grades 7th-12th. The candidate will need to have extensive coaching experience, particularly in wrestling, and must exhibit professionalism and effective communication skills. Duties include planning practices, assisting in events, and maintaining communication with athletes and parents. Applicants should apply through the district’s website with letters of reference. Position runs for the 2026-27 wrestling season.

Qualifications

• Have coaching experience in wrestling for 7th-12th grades.
• Be proficient in instructional methods for wrestling.
• Must meet MSHSAA Assistant Coaching Requirements.
• Be an educator within Pleasant Hill School District - preferred.
• Meet MSHSAA Assistant Coaching Requirements (sec 3.1).
• Certified substitute teacher with 60 credit hours.
• Duties will be fulfilled as described in the postings.

Responsibilities

• Coach 7th-12th boys and girls wrestling as assigned.
• Assist in organizing events and practices.
• Communicate effectively with students regarding their performance.
• Assist with MS, JV and varsity events (home & away).
• Attend and assist off-season workouts, camps and activities as needed.
• Communicate progress and needs to students/athletes and to parents.
• Assist with high school programs beyond the middle school season.

Skills

Professionalism as an educational leader

Wrestling coaching experience (7th-12th)

Proficiency in wrestling instruction

Certification as a substitute teacher

Completion of 60 credit hours from an accredited institution

Effective communication with students and parents

Education

Substitute teacher certification

60 credit hours completed

Job description

The Pleasant Hill School District is currently seeking applicants for the position of Middle School Wrestling Coach.

Position Details

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Coaching
• Date Posted: 3/23/2026
• Location: Pleasant Hill Middle School

Length of contract: 2026-27 Wrestling Season
Deadline for applications: Open until filled
The successful candidate at Pleasant Hill High School for this position will…

Qualifications

• Present and maintain a high level of professionalism as an educational leader and assistant coach while demonstrating an exemplary level of integrity within the program.
• Have 7th-12th wrestling coaching experience.
• Be proficient in methods of instruction involving wrestling skills.
• Be an educator within the Pleasant Hill School District - preferred.
• Meet MSHSAA Assistant Coaching Requirements according to the guidelines presented in the MSHSAA handbook (sec 3.1).
• Be certified as a substitute teacher and must have completed 60 credit hours from an accredited institution.
• The successful candidate will fulfill the duties as follows.

Duties

• Coaching 7th-12th boys and girls wrestling as assigned by the program head coach - through 3rd week in January.
• Assist the program head coaches in program events and practices (items include scoring meets, running bullpens, track wrestling programs and event set-up).
• Assist the program head coaches in planning, organizing and operating efficient practices.
• Assist with the preparation of MS, JV and varsity boys and girls events (home & away).
• Attend and assist off-season workouts, camps and activities as deemed necessary by the head coach.
• Be able to effectively communicate with students/athletes regarding their progress, performance and critical needs to improve.
• Be able to effectively communicate with parents.

Assisting with high school boys and girls programs is expected beyond the specific middle school competitive season.

Interested candidates should submit three letters of professional reference. They will also apply on at www.phr3.org. (Associated teaching positions vary at this time.)

The Pleasant Hill R-III School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, disability or age.

Postings current as of 3/28/2026 12:22:52 AM CST.