Varsity Wrestling Assistant Coach - Part-time

Buchanan Community Schools; Buchanan Township (MI); On-site; USD 1,000 - 1,200; Part time

Job summary

Buchanan Community Schools is seeking a Varsity Wrestling Assistant Coach for the 2026-27 season to support high school wrestling programs. The role is part-time and reports to the Varsity Men’s & Women’s Wrestling Head Coaches, with compensation set on the extracurricular/athletic pay scale.

The successful candidate will coach individuals to improve skills, plan regular practices, ensure safety, maintain records, and uphold discipline and sportsmanship while collaborating with the athletic

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of work experience preferred.
• Ability to work with student-athletes and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Coach participants to develop wrestling skills and sportsmanship.
• Plan and schedule in-season practices.
• Ensure safety conditions during practices and events.
• Maintain attendance forms and records.
• Communicate with athletic coordinator and parents about the program.
• Maintain equipment and order supplies.

Skills

Coaching

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Two years of work experience preferred

Tools

Chromebook

Google applications

Job description

Buchanan Community Schools is welcoming applicants for a Varsity Wrestling Assistant Coach. The district seeks qualified applicants to operate in the capacity of High School athletics to help each participating student achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship, and an increased level of self-esteem.

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Coaches individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved
• Plans and schedules a regular program of practice in season
• Oversees the safety conditions of the facility or area in which assigned sport is conducted at all times that students are present
• Maintains accurate statistics, records, and results of the season
• Enforces discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times, and establishes and oversees penalties for breach of such standards by individual students
• Maintains competency in rules, rule interpretations, meet procedures, coaching techniques, and general information about all aspects of the sport
• Established performance criteria for eligibility in interscholastic competition in this sport and is consistent in establishing criteria for eligibility in competition
• Adheres to a highly efficient and technically sound program of injury prevention and follow up
• Works closely with the athletic coordinator in scheduling intramural and interscholastic contests
• Recommends purchase of equipment, supplies, and uniforms
• Maintains necessary attendance forms, insurance records, and similar paperwork
• Accounts for all equipment or delegates the responsibility
• Develops a consistent and positive public communications procedure through the school and media to inform the parents and the general public about the athletic program
• Maintains regular, reliable and punctual attendance
• Any other duties or responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the head coach or administration
• The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or nonprescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout their employment in the District

Supervisory Responsibilities

supervises students.

Qualification Requirements

to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent; two years previous work experience preferred
• Language Skills: read and interpret documents such as policies, regulations, and articles; write correspondence; speak effectively before student/parents/stakeholders; and listen and respond to inquiries
• Mathematical Skills: calculate figures and amounts; and apply math concepts to practical situations
• Reasoning Skills: solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables; use logic and reasoning to interpret instructions whether written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Other Skills: technologically literate using Chromebook computers and Google applications; able to effectively take direction, as well as, work independently and as a member of a team; ability to handle complex and stressful issues or situations with sound judgment, common sense, and a calm demeanor; punctual and rarely absent work habits; ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies, experience working with young children, especially those with special needs/behavioral issues, patience, a nurturing demeanor, and enjoys working with children

Physical Demands

the physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, talk and hear; required to bend at the back more than the average person. The employee is directly responsible for safety, well-being, or the work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public, staff and administration; must be able to communicate to the team in order to give directions.

Work Environment

the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud; will continuously work inside or outside depending on the sporting event; the employee is required to meet deadlines with severe time constraints, interact with stakeholders, and work regular hours.

Position Details

• Title: Varsity Wrestling Assistant Coach (part-time)
• Reports to: Varsity Men’s & Women’s Wrestling Head Coaches
• Calendar: 2026-27 season
• Compensation: According to extracurricular/athletic pay scale, Class 5, FTE .5, base $1,125/season.
• Posting date: October 12, 2026
• Application deadline: ASAP - Until filled

Buchanan Community Schools
Statement of Assurance of Compliance With Federal Law

Buchanan Community Schools complies with all federal laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and with all requirements and regulations of the U.S. Department of Education. It is the policy of the Board of Education that no person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, gender/sex, height, weight, marital status, or disability shall be subjected to discrimination in any program, service, or activity for which it is responsible or for which it receives financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education. Compliance Officers for 504 and ADA; Callie Campbell (Director of Special Education, 695-8442), Title IX and Title VI; Brian Pruett (Buchanan High School Principal, 695-8404) and Shelby Beasley (Buchanan Middle School Principal, 695-8406).