Associate Head Women’s Wrestling Coaching Instructor

The Associate Head Women’s Wrestling Coaching Instructor collaborates with the Head Men and Women’s Wrestling Coaching Instructor in providing support for the organization of the program and implementation of meet and practice plans. This includes, but is not limited to communication with athletes, preparation of facilities, distribution and care of equipment, scouting opponents, and film breakdown. The Associate Head Women’s Wrestling Coaching Instructor will provide support for the players’ academic success and track academic progress as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Facilitate practice time to include such responsibilities as implementing drills and meet plans into practices, offering input for meet strategies. The Associate Head Women’s Wrestling Coaching Instructor will assist players in the learning process, and keep track of players’ punctuality and participation in practices when needed.
• Serve as the primary contact for the women’s wrestling program as administered by the Head Men’s and Women’s Wrestling Coaching Instructor. All matters related specifically to the women’s wrestling program will be directed towards the Associate Head Women’s Wrestling Coaching Instructor.
• Implement and lead elements of practices and meets to include preparation, effective execution of drills, one-on-one development work with athletes as warranted and fulfillment of game day responsibilities.
• Assist the Head M&W Wrestling Coaching Instructor with the development of strategies for a successful program including well-organized practice plans and participation in the development and execution of meet strategies.
• Oversee and responsible for the women’s wrestling budget and purchasing items.
• Assist with the monitoring of academic progress and meet with individual student-athletes to ensure academic success and compliance with university and NCAA academic standards.
• Mentor student-athletes as to proper conduct and decorum.
• Actively support the Head M&W Wrestling Coaching Instructor’s philosophy and assist in communicating this philosophy with all stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of one (1) year of collegiate coaching experience or two (2) years successful coaching experience as a head or assistant coach in high school or club teams or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain certifications in CPR and AED.
• Excellent organizational skills; ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and work independently
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse constituencies.
• Must understand and comply with NCAA, Ohio Athletics Conference and University rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Interest in understanding and supporting John Carroll’s mission to inspire individuals to excel in learning, leadership, and service in the region and in the world.