MS Wrestling Assistant Coach — Mentorship & Skills

Portlandk12; Portland (MI); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

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

Candidates must have wrestling knowledge, strong leadership and communication skills, and current CPR/First Aid/AED certification or ability to obtain it before the season.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of wrestling techniques, strategy, skill development, and current MHSAA 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

• Assist the middle school wrestling program.
• Collaborate with the Varsity Wrestling Coach, Middle School 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

Wrestling techniques

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Sportsmanship

Academic success

CPR/First Aid/AED certification

Background checks

Job description

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

Candidates must have wrestling knowledge, strong leadership and communication skills, and current CPR/First Aid/AED certification or ability to obtain it before the season.