Varsity Wrestling Assistant Coach

Sylvania; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 4,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

Sylvania in Grand Rapids seeks a Varsity Assistant Wrestling Coach for the 2026/2027 school year. The role supports the head coach, helps plan practices and travel, coordinates with assistants, and develops student athletes both academically and athletically, fostering teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship.

Qualifications include wrestling experience and coaching background, knowledge of weight training and conditioning, CPR/First Aid recommended, and a valid Michigan teaching certificate

Qualifications

• Successful high school or college experience in wrestling
• Experience as a coach/assistant coach preferred
• Demonstrate working knowledge of wrestling
• Knowledge of weight training and conditioning techniques
• Previous experience working with students
• Interest in and aptitude for head coach responsibilities
• MHSAA P.A. C.E. program recommended for coaches
• Knowledge of CPR and First Aid recommended
• Coaching administrative experience

Responsibilities

• Work as a team member of the coaching staff
• Prepare training/practice sessions, athletic contest preparations and team travel arrangements
• Work closely with the Athletic Director in scheduling athletic contests
• Delegate responsibility to assistant coaches
• Maintain professional competency by attending clinics and meetings
• Provide safe environment for student athletes as assigned by the district
• Demonstrate leadership to promote academic development and competitive performance
• Communicate effectively with parents, administration, players and staff
• Submit annual contest results and records
• Oversee equipment issuance, cleaning, storage, and care
• Assist in purchasing equipment, supplies and uniforms
• Oversee safety conditions during practice
• Enforce discipline and fair play standards
• Report incidents to Athletic Director
• Attend practices and contests punctually
• Maintain appropriate conduct and decorum
• Maintain player eligibility and medical forms
• Teach skills for highest possible achievement
• Adhere to MHSAA and district policies
• Assist in interviewing prospective assistant coaches
• Perform other duties as assigned by Athletic Director

Skills

Wrestling experience

Coaching

Weight training

CPR/First Aid

Student interaction

Leadership

Communications

Rule knowledge

Administrative coaching

Education

Valid Michigan teaching certificate (desirable)

Job description

2026/2027 School Year

POSITION: Varsity Assistant Wrestling Coach

POSTING DATE: September 23, 2026

INTERNAL CLOSING DATE: September 29, 2026

CLOSING DATE: Until Filled

This position will be posted internally and externally at the same time.

Hours (subject to change):

Monday-Friday practices-Time TBD

Weekday and weekend practices and event

Must be able to travel with team on bus

Weekend Practices/Meets/Tournaments

Rate of Pay:

Based on experience and guidelines as established by the district

Qualifications:

• Successful high school or college experience in wrestling
• Experience as a coach/assistant coach preferred
• Demonstrate working knowledge of wrestling
• Valid Michigan teaching certificate is desirable
• Knowledge of weight training and conditioning techniques
• Previous experience working with students
• Candidate should demonstrate interest in, and aptitude for, performing the assignment of head coach
• MHSAA P.A. C.E. Program recommended for all coaches
• Knowledge of CPR and First Aid recommended
• Coaching administrative experience

Performance Responsibilities:

• Work as a team member of the coaching staff
• Prepare training/practice sessions, athletic contest preparations and team travel arrangements
• Work closely with the Athletic Director in scheduling athletic contests
• Delegate responsibility appropriately to assistant coaches
• Maintain a professional competency by attending clinics and state rule meetings as needed
• Ability to complete other trainings as necessary to provide a safe environment for student athletes as assigned by the district
• Ability to provide effective leadership to student athletes to encourage both successful academic development and competitive performance
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents, administration, players and staff
• Submit an annual record of contest results and records
• Supervise the issuance, cleaning, storage, return and care of all athletic equipment
• Assist in purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms as necessary
• Oversee the safety conditions of area when team is practicing
• Enforce disciplined behavior, code of fair play
• Establish and oversee penalties for not following school standards and rules; report all incidents to Athletic Director
• Attend practices and contests punctually
• Use professional conduct, language and decorum with staff, teammates, opponents, officials and fans
• Maintain player eligibility information
• Maintain physical forms, training rule forms signed by parents, team attendance records and medical emergency contact information
• Teach individuals the skills necessary for the highest possible achievement in their sport
• Adhere to the rules and regulations as detailed by MHSAA, Dexter Community Schools Board of Education policies and all other applicable policies and guidelines
• Assist the Athletic Director in interviewing prospective assistant coaching positions
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its educational programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

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