Middle School Wrestling Head Coach - Lead & Develop

Upper Arlington Schools; Upper Arlington (OH); On-site; USD 20,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Upper Arlington City School District is seeking a Wrestling Head Coach at Hastings Middle School. The role focuses on coaching student-athletes to develop wrestling skills, discipline, and teamwork, while coordinating with the Director of Student Life.

Responsibilities include planning practices, managing rosters, ensuring safety, maintaining records, and coordinating travel for meets. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for building a positive, inclusive team culture.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience: High school certification and three years of head coaching experience preferred.
• Accurate Reporting: Educators shall accurately report information required by the local board of education or governing board, state education agency, federal agency or state or federal law.
• Financial Management: Educators shall ensure that all school funds and accounts are managed responsibly and transparently.
• Interpersonal Skills: Works well with others from diverse backgrounds and can coach and motivate adolescent students.
• Culture and Team Building: Build relationships with athletes, parents and the school community and maintain a positive team environment.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must hold or be willing to obtain coaching and safety certifications.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and teaches skill sets and techniques for wrestling.
• Establishes fair and objective athlete selection and communicates decisions regarding team rosters.
• Plans practices and meets in coordination with Student Life department.
• Ensures a certified coach is present at all practices and meets.
• Maintains records and completes required paperwork on time.
• Coordinates travel and transportation for meets with the district.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team building

English fluency

Math skills

Reasoning

Computer literacy

Education

High school certification

3 years head coaching experience

Job description

Upper Arlington City School District is seeking a Wrestling Head Coach at Hastings Middle School. The role focuses on coaching student-athletes to develop wrestling skills, discipline, and teamwork, while coordinating with the Director of Student Life.

Responsibilities include planning practices, managing rosters, ensuring safety, maintaining records, and coordinating travel for meets. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for building a positive, inclusive team culture.