Wrestling – Head Coach

Normandy Schools Collaborative is seeking an experienced Wrestling- Head Coach to lead efforts the school's football program by developing and executing a shared vision and mission for the development of student-athletes. Reporting to the Athletic Director, the Wrestling Coach will set the vision for academics and athletics while implementing a rigorous coaching plan for student athletes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the sport assigned.
• Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.
• Work with other members of school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes.
• Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students’ athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis.
• Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
• Work with athletic director to schedule competitions and coordinate arrangements.
• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of coaching program and make changes based on findings.
• Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions in assigned sports on out-of-town trips.
• Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook. Encourage, by example and through instruction, sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.

Knowledge/Skills:

• General knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures.
• Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.