Assistant Varsity and Middle School Wrestling Coach

Friends' Central School Overview

Friends' Central School is an independent, coeducational Quaker day school founded in 1845 and serving approximately 819 students in Nursery through grade 12. Located in the Philadelphia suburbs, the School has two campuses. The Middle & Upper Schools are located just outside of West Philadelphia in Wynnewood, and the Lower School is on our Old Gulph Road campus in the heart of Wynnewood.

The exceptional faculty at Friends' Central offers a curriculum that cultivates the intellectual, spiritual, and ethical growth of our students. Our pedagogy is grounded in continuing revelation, reflection, integrity, and a willingness to accept responsibility. From Nursery to grade 12, our students participate in a process designed to foster creative, critical, and flexible thinking, along with compassion. As they transform from playful children to skilled, self-possessed teenagers, they are always intellectually curious and engaged thinkers. Friends Central prepares graduates to succeed in college and in life.

Assistant Varsity and Middle School Wrestling Coach 

Friends’ Central School seeks a passionate, student-centered Assistant Wrestling Coach to help grow and sustain a dynamic wrestling program serving both Middle School and Upper School student-athletes. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a values-driven community that prioritizes the development of the whole student—athletically, academically, and personally. 

Grounded in Quaker principles, Friends’ Central emphasizes integrity, respect, inclusion, and the pursuit of excellence. We are looking for a coach who is not only committed to the sport of wrestling, but who also values mentorship, relationship-building, and creating an inclusive team culture where every student-athlete can thrive.

Why This Role Matters 

At Friends’ Central, athletics are an extension of the classroom. Coaches serve as educators and mentors, helping students develop resilience, confidence, leadership, and accountability. The Assistant Wrestling Coach plays a vital role in shaping the daily student-athlete experience and contributing to a positive, competitive, and supportive program. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Partner with the Head Wrestling Coach to plan and lead engaging, developmentally appropriate practices and competitions
• Support the growth of a cohesive program across Middle and Upper School levels
• Mentor student-athletes in skill development, sportsmanship, and personal growth
• Promote and monitor academic success in alignment with school expectations
• Foster a team culture rooted in respect, inclusion, and accountability
• Collaborate with colleagues, families, and the athletic department to support the overall student experience
• Contribute to program-building efforts, including outreach and player development initiatives

What We’re Looking For 

• A strong foundation in wrestling, including practice design, competition strategy, and athlete development
• A commitment to education-based athletics and student-centered coaching
• The ability to build meaningful relationships with student-athletes and positively engage families and colleagues
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

• Previous coaching experience required; collegiate experience preferred

• A genuine enthusiasm for working with middle and high school students

Physical Requirements 

• Ability to actively engage in practices and competitions, including demonstrating techniques

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and perform movements such as standing, running, bending, and kneeling

• Comfort working in a dynamic and occasionally loud athletic environment

Supervision 

This position reports to the Head Wrestling Coach and the Director of Athletics and Wellness.

At Friends’ Central School, we believe in the power of athletics to teach life lessons that extend far beyond competition. We seek educators and coaches who are eager to contribute to a collaborative community and who are inspired to make a lasting difference in the lives of students. 

For more information, please visit www.friendscentral.org. Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter,updated resume, and three references to Michelle Crowley, Director of Athletics and Wellness, at mcrowley@friendscentral.org.