NF/Classified MS Wrestling Assistant Coach

Hamilton County Schools; Sequoyah Hills (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Loftis Middle School in Hixson, Tennessee seeks qualified coaches committed to youth development and safe athletic programs. The role emphasizes adherence to state health-safety policies and ongoing NFHS course completions to ensure best practices in coaching, safety, and student well-being.

Responsibilities include maintaining required certifications, following district and league guidelines, and fostering a positive, growth-oriented team environment aligned with Loftis Middle School values.

Qualifications

• Coaches must complete NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching and First Aid, Health & Safety for Coaches prior to assuming the position.
• New: NFHS Heat Illness Prevention must be completed annually.
• New: All Coaches must complete NFHS COVID-19 Course.

Responsibilities

• Comply with state laws (TSSAA/TMSAA health policy).
• Maintain concussion certificate on file annually.
• Maintain Sudden Cardiac Arrest certificate on file annually.

Skills

Coaching

Team collaboration

Growth mindset

Love for teaching

Tools

NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching

NFHS First Aid, Health & Safety for Coaches

NFHS Heat Illness Prevention

NFHS COVID-19 Course

Job description

Overview

Loftis Middle School is a grades 6–8 school located in Hixson, Tennessee, just north of Chattanooga. At Loftis, our work is grounded in joy, purpose, and a deep commitment to keeping students at the center of every decision we make. We believe meaningful learning happens when students feel known, valued, and challenged in a supportive and engaging environment.

Teachers at Loftis have a strong understanding of how to use data to inform instruction, plan with intention, and collaborate within both horizontal and vertical teams to meet the diverse needs of students. We value reflective practice and believe that continuous growth—for both students and adults—is essential to a thriving school community.

We are seeking educators who bring a growth mindset, a collaborative spirit, and a genuine love for teaching and learning. Our teachers understand the importance of clear procedures, strong relationships, purposeful planning, state standards, and instructional best practices—all while fostering a classroom culture rooted in joy, belonging, and high expectations.

Responsibilities

Non-faculty Coaches and Classified Employee Coaches must complete the NFHS “Fundamentals of Coaching” and “First Aid, Health, & Safety for Coaches” courses prior to assuming the position. Coaches who have successfully completed the ASEP Coaches Education Course prior to May 15, 2013, will not be required to take the NFHS courses.

1. State Law (link- https://tssaa.org/health-safety-policies )
2. School Level AD should keep concussion Certificate- Copy on file every year.
3. School Level AD should keep Sudden Cardiac Arrest Certificate- Copy on file every year.
4. TSSAA/TMSAA (link- https://tssaa.org/health-safety-policies )

• When applicable, completion of "Fundamentals of Coaching"- Copy on file.
• When applicable, completion of "First Aid, Health, & Safety"- Copy on file.
• NEW - When applicable, completion of “NFHS Heat Illness Prevention” course- Copy on file every year. Link: https://nfhslearn.com/courses?utf8=%E2%9C%93&searchText=heat+
• NEW - All Coaches must complete the NFHS COVID-19 Course. Link: https://nfhslearn.com/courses/covid-19-for-coaches-and-administrators