MIDDLE SCHOOL WRESTLING HEAD COACH

Manitou Springs School District No; Manitou Springs (CO); On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Full time

Job summary

The Manitou Springs School District 14 seeks a Middle School Wrestling Head Coach at Manitou Springs Middle School. The role involves organizing and leading a competitive wrestling program, planning practices, and guiding student athletes through a 60-day season with daily 1.5-hour sessions.

Requirements include being a certified teacher or willing to obtain CHSAA certification; coaching experience is preferred, and candidates should have high school and college wrestling experience.

Qualifications

• Certified teacher or willing to obtain CHSAA certification.
• Coaching experience at middle school or higher preferred.
• High school and college playing experience in wrestling.

Responsibilities

• Organize, plan, and administer a wrestling program.
• Coach students in fundamentals and techniques.
• Help each student achieve skill, discipline, sportsmanship and self-esteem.

Skills

Organization skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Coaching

Education

Certified teacher

CHSAA certification

Job description

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted: 10/5/2026
• Location: Manitou Springs Middle School
• Date Available: 01/04/2027
• Closing Date: 10/30/2026

MANITOU SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT 14

MANITOU SPRINGS COLORADO

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION: MIDDLE SCHOOL WRESTLING HEAD COACH

LOCATION: MANITOU SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT

405 EL MONTE PLACE

MANITOU SPRINGS, CO 80829

REPORTS TO: ATHLETIC DIRECTOR

REQUIREMENTS:

• Certified teacher or willing to obtain CHSAA certification.
• Coaching experience is preferred

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The following statements of essential functions and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position. Actual duties and responsibilities may vary depending on building assignment and other factors determined with supervisor and/or building principal.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Head Coach is responsible for organizing, planning, and administering a sports program.
• Performs duties assigned which support the goals of the athletic department and school.
• Coaches students in the fundamentals and techniques of the sport.
• Assists each participating student to achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship and an increased level of self-esteem.

EXPERIENCE:

• High School and college playing experience in the specific sport.
• Three to five years of experience coaching at a middle school or higher level in the specific sport is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• In-depth knowledge of specific sport assigned.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders within and outside the school environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal relation skills.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Seasonal- 1.5 hours a day, 60 day season

FLSA STATUS:

Exempt- Certified

SALARY:

See coaching salary schedule (on website)

ADA and Section 504 Compliance Officer for Employees & Title IX Coordinator:

In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, Manitou Springs School District 14 does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students, employees, applicants for employment, or members of the public on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, or need for special education services.

Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law.

Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public.

The following persons have been identified as the compliance officer for handling reports and complaints of unlawful discrimination/harassment.