Upper School Wrestling - Assistant Coach

Pace Academy Inc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Pace Academy is seeking a part-time Upper School Wrestling Assistant Coach in Atlanta, GA. The role runs October through March, with practices and matches scheduled on weekdays and some Saturdays.

You will work closely with the varsity head coach to support all aspects of the wrestling program. Ideal candidates have coaching experience with student-athletes in grades 9–12, a strong work ethic, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Coaching philosophy aligned with Pace Academy mission.
• Proven ability to work with student-athletes in grades 9–12.
• Strong leadership and communication with players, parents, and staff.
• Energetic, self-motivated, reliable, and a team player.
• Commitment to the student-athlete concept and sportsmanship.

Responsibilities

• Daily team coaching alongside the coaching staff.
• Drive players to/from practices and events as needed.
• Represent Pace Academy in a professional manner and in line with GHSA rules.
• Support the head coach and assist with practice planning and game preparation.

Skills

Coaching experience

Leadership

Communication

Team player

Job description

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Upper School Wrestling - Assistant Coach

Community Coaches Part-time Regular Atlanta, GA, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1178

UPPER SCHOOL WRESTLING – ASSISTANT COACH

Pace Academy is an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, Ga., with an enrollment of 1,150 students in Pre-First through 12th grade. The school strives to provide an environment that cultivates a spirit of service, respect for diversity, global citizenship and character. Our commitment to a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture is reflected in a community in which differences are embraced, and students, parents, caregivers, faculty and staff have a sense of belonging.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Working closely with the varsity head coach, the assistant coach is responsible for initiating and supporting all aspects of the wrestling program. The coach is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by Pace Academy and the Georgia High School Association (GHSA).

Duties include:

Daily team coaching alongside the coaching staff

Driving players to/from practices, as needed

Representing Pace Academy and the wrestling program in a professional manner and within the bounds of good sportsmanship

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Possesses and maintains a coaching philosophy that is in accordance with the mission of Pace Academy

Coaching experience and a solid understanding of how to work with student-athletes in grades nine through 12

Demonstrates a strong commitment to the student-athlete concept

Effective leadership and coaching skills

Employs good communication skills with players, parents/caregivers and the Office of Athletics

Is energetic, self-motivated, flexible, punctual, dependable and a team player

WORK HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS:

A part-time, October to March seasonal appointment. Responsibilities include practices and matches on Monday through Friday and some Saturday games/weekend tournaments. Limited practices and events are held over Thanksgiving vacation and winter holiday break. All coaches are employed on an annual basis and continued employment is based on a seasonal review conducted by the Director of Athletics and Head Wrestling Coach.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Standing and walking for extended periods of time during practices and meets

Able to squat, stoop, kneel, reach above the head, reach forward and repeat the same hand motion often

Coaching in all weather extremes, including heat, cold, rain and/or snow

Long hours during the competitive season, including weekends

Light to moderate lifting

Reports To: Director of Athletics

FLSA Status: Exempt, Seasonal

This is an exempt position that is paid a coaching stipend for the season