Head Girls Wrestling Coach

Position: Head Girls Wrestling Coach
Supervised By: Athletic Director

Objective/Purpose: O'Fallon Township High School District #203 is seeking a dependable and skilled Wrestling Coach that will be responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the wrestling program in a manner that promotes student-athlete development, competitive excellence, sportsmanship, academic success, and positive character development. The coach will provide leadership and instruction to student-athletes while maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive team environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, organize, and conduct effective wrestling practices, conditioning sessions, and competitions.
• Teach and develop proper wrestling techniques, strategies, conditioning methods, and rules of the sport.
• Establish and maintain high standards for student-athlete behavior, sportsmanship, attendance, effort, and academic responsibility.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, competitions, team activities, travel, and other wrestling-related events.
• Develop individualized and team-based training plans appropriate for the age, skill level, and physical abilities of student-athletes.
• Monitor student-athlete safety and follow all district, IHSA, and applicable wrestling safety guidelines and procedures.
• Properly address injuries and follow established district procedures for reporting and responding to injuries.
• Work collaboratively with assistant coaches, athletic trainers, teachers, administrators, parents/guardians, and other school personnel.
• Maintain accurate records related to team rosters, attendance, eligibility, equipment, injuries, and other required athletic documentation.
• Communicate effectively with student-athletes and families regarding schedules, expectations, competitions, team policies, and program information.
• Coordinate with the Athletic Director regarding schedules, transportation, facilities, equipment, contests, and other program needs.
• Ensure appropriate use, care, inventory, and storage of wrestling equipment and facilities.
• Promote a positive team culture based on respect, accountability, discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Encourage and support student-athletes in maintaining academic eligibility and making appropriate progress toward graduation.
• Attend required coaching meetings, professional development, athletic department meetings, and other district-required activities.
• Follow all district policies, employee handbook provisions, athletic department procedures, IHSA regulations, and applicable laws.
• Maintain professional conduct and serve as a positive role model for student-athletes.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director or administration.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of wrestling.
• Ability to effectively communicate with high school students.
• Ability to organize and manage practices, competitions, and team activities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, parents/guardians, and administrators.
• Ability to maintain a safe and positive environment for student-athletes.
• Successful completion of all required district, IHSA, and state coaching requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is primarily performed in a wrestling room, gymnasium, athletic facilities, and competition venues.
• Position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and physical activity.
• May require evening, weekend, and holiday work based on the athletic schedule.
• May require travel for competitions, tournaments, and team activities.
• Must be able to respond appropriately to emergency situations involving student-athletes.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Salary: $5,772. Coaching positions are not eligible for benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, veteran status, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition, or disability. In compliance with the immigration reform and control act of 1986, District 203 intends to hire only individuals authorized to work in the U.S. For additional information, see board policy 5:10 at: Board Policy 5:10.pdf.