Varsity Assistant Wrestling Coach

Paw Paw Public Schools; Paw Paw (MI); On-site; USD 1,800 - 2,800; Part time

Job summary

A local school district in Paw Paw seeks a Varsity Assistant Wrestling Coach for the 2025/2026 season. The role involves coordinating practices for grades 6-12, developing a cohesive wrestling program, and fostering positive character traits among athletes. Candidates should have a high school diploma and extensive wrestling experience. Certifications in Cap 1/Cap 2 and First Aid/CPR are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must possess high school diploma.
• Extensive experience with wrestling.
• Successful past coaching experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to lead sub-varsity and varsity development.
• Knowledge of current MHSAA rules and regulations.
• Ability to motivate athletes/coaches toward program goals.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate in-season and out-of-season practice/training for grades 6-12.
• Develop program philosophy and curriculum.
• Teach all aspects of wrestling and develop positive character traits.
• Teach wrestling techniques and emphasize positive character traits.
• Provide coaching, encouragement, and guidance to all athletes and staff in the program.

Skills

Experience with wrestling

Organizational skills

Positive communication

Coaching experience

Knowledge of MHSAA rules

MHSAA rules knowledge

Relationship building

Athlete motivation

Education

High school diploma

Cap 1/Cap 2 Certification

First Aid/CPR Certified

Job description

Openings as of 9/24/2025

Job title and location

• Title: Varsity Assistant Wrestling Coach
• Job Location: Paw Paw High School
• Reports to: Athletic Director
• Job Type: 2025/2026 Season Contract

Job Details

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted: 9/17/2025
• Location: Paw Paw High School

Posting Dates: September 17, 2025 – Until Filled

Qualifications

• Must possess high school diploma
• Extensive experience with wrestling
• Successful past coaching experience preferred
• Cap 1 and/or Cap 2 Certification & First Aid/CPR Certified
• Strong organizational skills, w/ability to construct comprehensive off-season programs
• Able to coordinate/teach wrestling skills and strategy to build a competitive varsity program
• Strong personal/social skills, with the ability to effectively communicate using a variety of media
• Willingness to lead and develop sub-varsity programs to feed a successful varsity team (Preferred)
• Possesses knowledge of the current MHSAA rules and regulations (Preferred)
• Willingness to build meaningful positive relationships with staff and student body (Preferred)
• Possesses the ability to motivate athletes / coaches to work toward program philosophy/goals (Preferred)

Job Description

• Coordinate in-season and out-of-season practice/training opportunities for grades 6-12
• Develop program philosophy and curriculum that builds upon itself from grades 6-12
• Develop cohesive coaching relationships that work to develop coaches and athletes grades 6-12
• Teach and instruct all aspects of wrestling, while working to develop and emphasize positive character traits in all athletes
• Provide coaching, encouragement, and instructional guidance to all athletes & staff in the program, youth-Varsity

Salary/Benefits: Per VBCEA/PPEA, MEA-NEA contract Schedule C

Days/Hours: 2025/2026 Season Contract

Start Date: Tentatively November 2025

How to Apply: APPLY HERE

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: It is the policy of the Paw Paw Public School District that no discriminatory practices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, height, weight, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other status covered by federal, state, or local law be allowed during any program, activity, service, or in employment. Inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies should be directed to the Director of Business Operations or Director of Curriculum/Instruction and State/Federal Programs, 119 Johnson Rd., Paw Paw, MI 49079, 269-415-5200.

Postings current as of 9/24/2025 1:36:12 PM CST.

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