Assistant Wrestling Coach

Assistant High School Wrestling Coach

Dell Rapids High School

Position Summary

The Assistant Wrestling Coach supports the Head Wrestling Coach in providing a safe, positive, and competitive wrestling program. The position assists with practices, competitions, athlete development, supervision, and the overall operation of the wrestling program.

Essential Duties

• Assist with planning and conducting practices and competitions.
• Teach wrestling fundamentals, techniques, conditioning, and strategy.
• Provide instruction and encouragement to student-athletes of varying skill levels.
• Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, respect, and personal responsibility.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, competitions, travel, and other team activities.
• Assist with weigh-ins, meet and tournament preparation, and mat-side coaching.
• Promote student-athlete health and safety and follow established injury and concussion protocols.
• Help maintain wrestling equipment, uniforms, and facilities.
• Support academic eligibility and appropriate student conduct.
• Follow Dell Rapids School District policies and applicable athletic association rules.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Wrestling Coach or administration.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of wrestling fundamentals, rules, and techniques.
• Wrestling or coaching experience preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with high school student-athletes and coaching staff.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Must meet all district employment, background check, and coaching certification requirements.

Professional Expectations

The Assistant Wrestling Coach is expected to serve as a positive role model, place student safety and well-being first, and represent Dell Rapids High School and the district with professionalism and good sportsmanship.