Wrestling Coach (Washington Junior High School) 2026-2027

Young World Physical Education; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Wrestling Coach for Washington Junior High School. This temporary position involves immediate placement and requires professional expertise in wrestling, along with current CPR/AED certification. Responsibilities include developing practice schedules, ensuring students maintain eligibility, and promoting academic success. The role also emphasizes enforcing discipline, overseeing equipment safety, and collaborating with the Athletic Director. This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about youth leadership and sportsmanship.

Qualifications

• Expert in wrestling with a proven track record in coaching.
• Current CPR/AED certification required.
• Must demonstrate responsible and professional behavior.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule regular practices throughout the season.
• Encourage academic success by maintaining student eligibility records.
• Oversee safety conditions of the facility & equipment.

Skills

Professional expertise in the sport being coached

Current CPR/AED certification

Responsible professional behavior

Knowledge of game rules and league regulations

Demonstrated skills in youth leadership

Ability to work cooperatively

Participation in Coaches Certification Program

Job description

Wrestling Coach (Washington Junior High School) 2026-2027

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: Coach

POSITION GUIDE: Certified Personnel

9 Months

Internal Staff

REPORTS TO: Jr. High Principal, Athletic Director

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Professional expertise in the sport being coached
• Has current CPR/AED certification prior to first scheduled practice of season
• Responsible professional behavior
• Knowledge of game rules and league regulations
• Demonstrated skills in youth leadership
• Ability to work cooperatively with a variety of people
• Participation in Coaches Certification Program

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coach’s individual participation in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved
• Plans and schedules a regular program of practices throughout the season.
• Encourages academic success in the classroom by maintaining student eligibility records
• Works closely with the athletic director in scheduling intramural and interscholastic contests
• Recommends the purchase of equipment, supplies, and uniforms
• Plans and conducts tryouts for sport being coached
• Maintains necessary paperwork (attendance forms, tryout records, insurance forms, student physicals, etc.)
• Enforces discipline and sportsman-like behavior at all times
• Oversees penalties for breach of such standards by individual students
• Oversees the safety conditions of the facility & equipment on assigned sport
• Participates in professional growth activities as scheduled
• Assists Athletic Director in the planning and supervision of an annual recognition program for school athletes
• If necessary, submits all media requests to Sandy Zalewski, (Director of Communication and Development) for publication. At no time should coaches submit articles or interviews directly to media groups.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned

Job Details

Position Type: Temporary