Assistant Wrestling Coach

Prepared/Revised Date: September, 2026

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The assistant coach is responsible for supporting the head coach in leading and managing all aspects of the athletic team, including developing practice plans, strategizing for games, mentoring student-athletes, developing sport skills, sportsmanship and promoting a positive team culture.

SALARY: See Pay Scale

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understand and comply with all applicable district, state and federal guidelines, policies and laws.
• Follow and enforce all CHSAA Bylaws, regulations, policies, philosophies, and administrative directives as set by the Elbert County School District C-2.
• Assist in developing team and individual player goals and maintains high expectations for both, including but not limited to: attend school, passing grades, attend practice and contests, exhibit good sporting behavior and citizenship. The program is an extension of the classroom.
• Assists in planning in advance and prepares for each contest in an effort to put the team in the best possible position to be successful.
• Attend all practices and games, unless ill or with advanced notification and approval from the AD.
• Adhere to district guidelines for building use, access and care of district facilities.
• Help manage district athletic facilities including cleanliness of locker rooms, mats after each practice and competition, and maintenance to ensure the well-being of student-athletes, students, families and staff.
• Equipment – Assists in Monitoring safety of all equipment on a daily basis.
• Equipment - Assists in caring for, inventorying, and preparing all equipment, supplies, and uniforms for storage at the end of the season. Assists in collecting all equipment, supplies, and uniforms checked out to team members. Assists in completing an itemized list and numbered inventory of equipment that needs replaced and what will carry over to next season.
• Continue to grow as a coach; attends and participates in coaching clinics, takes coaching related courses, etc.
• Seeks to attain and maintain good public relations with student-athletes, students, parents, staff and fellow coaches.
• Assists in fundraising to support the efforts of the team and athletic department.
• Uses SportsYou, designated by Elbert County School District C-2, to regularly communicate with student-athletes and families.
• Check Elbert County School District C-2 issued email on a regular basis and respond in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, OR CERTIFICATIONS:

• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must pass a school driver certification test
• Must pass various pre-employment background screenings; required at entry
• Must have current CPR and First Aid certification or obtain within 90 days of hire or before the first practice.
• Complete yearly CHSAA Certification

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP AND DIRECTION/GUIDANCE:

• Reports to: Head Coach