Head Coach, US Boys' Wrestling

Summary of Primary Purpose:

The head coach is responsible for helping athletes reach their maximum potential to glorify the Lord with the talents they have been given. To promote excellence in athletics as a platform for discipling students and bringing glory to Jesus Christ. Creating a community with their team that exemplifies what it means to be a follower of Christ, work together to achieve a common goal, and promote all athletic programs. Develop and maintain strong relationships with the coaching staff, parents, student-athletes, donors, colleagues, and the greater community.

Scope of role:

Running 1-2 fundraisers to ensure the team has funds available for urgent needs

Overseeing 1-3 assistant coaches (depending on sport)

Overseeing multiple volunteers (depending on sport)

Essential Roles & Responsibilities included but not limited to:

• Utilizing sports as a great training ground for sharing life lessons and providing vision and direction in this area.
• Overseeing the development of the players on their teams across all levels, as well as the assistant coaches on their staff.
• Diligent guidance and growth of all team members (assistant coaches and players) toward a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Promote a spiritual and emotional environment that encourages discipleship and spiritual growth of students. Aid in helping Student-Athletes grow in their walk with Jesus.
• Promote and encourage students to participate in the sports season.
• Pursue best practices within the sport, creating and executing efficient practice plans.
• Create an environment that is inviting and promotes students' return the following season.
• Conduct in partnership with administration, one-on-one exit meetings with players at the end of the season.
• Tracking and reporting on the team’s progress by analyzing past performances, recent successes, and areas for improvement.
• Be available to receive input and concerns from parents and the HCA community and immediately act on responsive items in the best interest of HCA.
• Assist staff and school in helping answer questions regarding faith in Jesus Christ from Student-Athletes.
• Maintain regular communication with parents through the HCA app, and other appropriate means regarding practices and game schedule.
• Develop and establish quality partnerships with outside Travel Clubs.
• Collaborate with the administration to enforce student discipline per handbook(s), athletic code, and biblically and encourage the team to maintain strong academics, in line with the student-athlete philosophy.
• Inspect facilities and equipment for cleanliness, safety, and upkeep for practices and games, and coordinate with administration any issues.
• Promoter HCA to current and prospective students, parents, and the overall community.
• Work with the administration on eligibility and holding athletes to a high standard.
• Partner with administration to hold parent meetings at the start of each season.
• Coordinate with administration end-of-the-year athletic meetings, celebrations, and awards.
• Collaborate with administration and Booster Club on fundraiser and donor development needs and plans, producing at least one fundraising opportunity each season.

Ministry Duties/Expectations:

• Desire to grow in discipleship, serving, equipping, learning, and leading.
• Personal and growing relationship with Jesus and humility to testify to it.
• Ability to explain “What Harvest Bible Chapel Believes.”
• Ability to pray with other employees, guests, and attendees of the church.
• Be active, engaged, and accountable in a biblically based church.
• Facilitate the school’s culture that promotes the values of the school mission statement.
• Maintain and encourage Christ-like care for all elements of the school community.
• Integrates biblical principles and the Christian philosophy of education throughout instruction.

Skills/Knowledge Required:

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to mentor and develop assistant coaches/students.
• Team player able to balance spiritual elements, academic requirements, and athletic commitments in a Christian school.
• Strong communication, specifically in listening and clear communication both verbal and written.
• Ability to listen with empathy and endure scrutiny from parents.
• Passion for athletics and demonstrating what positive sportsmanship means.
• Strong leadership and organizational abilities.
• Demonstrate high integrity and honesty in all interactions.
• Ability to set vision and inspiration in students and assistant coaches.
• Ability to provide effective feedback and hold assistant coaches accountable.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence and build relationships.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferred
• Minimum 19 years of age (according to IHSA requirements)
• Three or more years of coaching experience required
• Complete and maintain IHSA/IESA coaching requirements

Salary Range Information:

$1,500 - $2,000 Fixed Stipend

Benefit Information:

Benefits not provided for this seasonal role