Middle School Head Wrestling Coach

REPORTS TO:                                 High School Head Coach, Director of District MSHSAA Activities, and Building Administrator

CLASSIFICATION:                          Certified or Classified dependent upon qualifications of the person holding this position

FLSA STATUS:                                Exempt or Non-Exempt dependent upon qualifications of the person holding this position

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:          Salary and work year as reviewed and established annually by the Board of Education

EVALUATION:                                  Performance of this position will be evaluated regularly in accordance with the Board’s policy on the evaluation of coaching staff.

JOB SUMMARY

To carry out the philosophy of the Athletic Program and the Athletic Commitment.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  Additional duties are performed by the individual holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

NOTE:  Reasonable accommodations will be made, if necessary, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

1. Learns and adheres to the coaching philosophy and program of the head coach.
2. Carries out the responsibilities of the head coach.
3. Explains and distributes literature to all athletes concerning the Athletic Commitment and the protecting of student eligibility.
4. Schedules and organizes daily practices with the idea of developing the athlete’s greatest potential.
5. Teaches athletes the fundamental skills, theory, and strategy of the sport.
6. Teaches the athletes the value of good conduct, sportsmanship, and good citizenship.
7. Provides supervision of athletes at all times and applies discipline in a firm productive manner.
8. Teaches and emphasizes safe procedures to the athletes.
9. Implements proper out-of-season training as needed in accordance with MSHSAA guidelines.
10. Provides stimulus in practices to maintain enthusiasm and competitive attitudes.

EQUIPMENT AND FACILITIES

1. Assumes responsibility for care of equipment and facilities being used.
2. Arranges for systematic and accountable measures for the issuance, return, and maintenance of equipment.
3. Ensures that all equipment is cleaned, repaired, and stored properly at the end of the season.
4. Maintains an accurate inventory that shows purchase date, quantity, type, and location of storage on all equipment.
5. Organizes practices and workouts in a manner that provides proper care for all school facilities.
6. Makes recommendations to administrators concerning needed equipment or repairs to facilities.

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

1. Enforces the district athletic philosophy, regulations, and policies.
2. Attends MSHSAA rules meetings and informs assistants of changes in rules.
3. Has knowledge and keeps current on rules and regulations regarding assigned sport and in accordance with MSHSAA.
4. Keeps abreast of new knowledge and innovative ideas and techniques by attending clinics, workshops, or other methods.
5. Registers and maintains records on all athletes and provides information to athletic office.
6. Assures possession of a copy of each student’s current physical before allowing the student to participate.
7. Assures that a copy of the student’s commitment form is on file in the athletic office before allowing the student to compete. 
8. Coordinates and maintains practices and game procedures for the season with assistants.
9. Conducts a parent meeting to provide information on game times, bus schedules, and practice times to parents and athletes.
10. Maintains written practice plans for each practice.
11. Submits score books, records of individual accomplishments, and team accomplishments to the athletic office at the end of each season.
12. Provides information and scores to the local media in a positive and cooperative manner.
13. Conducts self as a personal example of positive demeanor for the athletes and represents the school in a favorable manner.
14. Works cooperatively with the high school head coach and administrators on all endeavors related to assigned sport.
15. Performs scouting duties for the varsity team per the high school head coach’s request.