Wrestling Assistant Coach - Mentor Athletes, Build Champions

Cornerstone University; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornerstone University in Grand Rapids seeks an Assistant Wrestling Coach to support the Head Wrestling Coach in developing a championship-caliber program that balances academic, athletic, and spiritual excellence. You will provide high-quality technical instruction, plan daily practices, drill with wrestlers, analyze film, and assist with recruiting while fostering a Christ-centered team culture.

This role requires evening/weekend travel, and a personal commitment to Cornerstone’s Christian

Qualifications

• Collegiate wrestling experience required.
• Strong technical knowledge of folkstyle wrestling.
• Ability to teach wrestling techniques to student-athletes of varying experience levels.
• Commitment to the Christian mission and values of Cornerstone University.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel as required.
• Ability to obtain University van certification.
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to actively participate in wrestling practices, including drilling and live wrestling when appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Attend scheduled practices, competitions, meetings, and team functions.
• Travel with the team as assigned.
• Assist in transporting student-athletes to and from competitions (University van certification required).
• Assist with equipment setup, breakdown, and organization.
• Help maintain a safe and positive practice environment.
• Support compliance with NAIA, conference, and university policies.
• Assist in identifying and evaluating prospective student-athletes.
• Build relationships with high school coaches, club coaches, athletes, and families.
• Represent Cornerstone University and the wrestling program professionally during recruiting activities.
• Assist with campus visits and recruiting events.

Skills

Wrestling technique

Team mentorship

Communication skills

Evening/weekend travel

Tools

Hudl

Trackwrestling

Job description

Cornerstone University in Grand Rapids seeks an Assistant Wrestling Coach to support the Head Wrestling Coach in developing a championship-caliber program that balances academic, athletic, and spiritual excellence. You will provide high-quality technical instruction, plan daily practices, drill with wrestlers, analyze film, and assist with recruiting while fostering a Christ-centered team culture.

This role requires evening/weekend travel, and a personal commitment to Cornerstone’s Christian