What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wrestling Varsity Head Coach position at Milton Hershey School?
Wrestling Varsity Head Coach
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Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world’s best pre-K through 12th grade private schools, where approximately 2,200 students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided with a cost-free home and a top-notch education. Thanks to the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey in 1909, the school is fully endowed today, with the resources to ensure students can thrive. The school has prepared over 12,000 graduates to lead fulfilling and productive lives and is expanding to serve more students.
MHS is hiring a Wrestling Varsity Head Coach for a one-year ancillary position at the High School. The Head Coach is responsible for leading the program year-round to develop students athletically and competitively, as well as instilling character so they excel in their sport and in life. The season runs from November through March. Practice and event times vary Monday through Saturday. Off-season work is necessary, but flexible for this position. Key Responsibilities:
Planning and overseeing all aspects of the sport’s program.
Ensuring the program is competitive and character-building.
Recruiting students to participate and collaborate with the primary and middle schools to develop talent pipelines.
Establishing year-round strategies and processes to train & invest in student skill development.
Creating skill enrichment programs and opportunities.
Leading all practice sessions and coaching at all games and events.
Providing exceptional personal coaching and leadership of the players.
Implementing creative strategies to offset unique circumstances of MHS’s programs.
High School Diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree preferred.At least 3 years of successful coaching experience with demonstrated success in establishing a highly competitive program, while also instilling high quality character.
Must have current knowledge of techniques, rules and regulations, and training theory of the sport.
Demonstrated ability to lead & inspire diverse youth. Experience working with lower income students preferred.
Demonstrated exceptional organizational and planning skills.
Demonstrated ability to multi-task and lead a team of coaches.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate & influence in cross-functional settings.
Ability to build a network to facilitate new and creative opportunities.
Candidates must demonstrate high degree of integrity as all MHS staff are role models for students.