What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Wrestling Coach position at Phillips Academy?
Working alongside the Head Wrestling Coach, coaching responsibilities include developing novice through advanced athletes in both the JV and Varsity all-gender program, which practice together. The selected coach should have knowledge of high school folkstyle rules, should be able to contribute multiple appropriate drills to teach and improve skills in folkstyle. While not a requirement, the ideal candidate will also have working knowledge in freestyle wrestling, as that is the direction that high school girls wrestling is moving in. All coaches will support and foster an inclusive team community. All coaches on staff also contribute to meet day operations.
During the winter season, commitment is approximate 20 hours per week (Monday – Friday), starting November 10, 2025 through the end of February. There is no wrestling programming from November 21-December 1, or from December 22 – January 4. Afternoon practice during season typically run from 3:30-5:15 pm. Meets are typically on Saturdays, with an occasional Wednesday afternoon meet. The team usually has 2-3 overnight tournaments, depending on the tournament location, as the host rotates each year. No benefits.
The Strongest Applicants Will Have The Following Qualifications
During the winter season, commitment is approximate 20 hours per week (Monday – Friday), starting November 10, 2025 through the end of February. There is no wrestling programming from November 21-December 1, or from December 22 – January 4. Afternoon practice during season typically run from 3:30-5:15 pm. Meets are typically on Saturdays, with an occasional Wednesday afternoon meet. The team usually has 2-3 overnight tournaments, depending on the tournament location, as the host rotates each year. No benefits.
The Strongest Applicants Will Have The Following Qualifications
- Ability to positively motivate, inspire and be role model to high-school aged students.
- At least 5 years’ experience coaching in wrestling club, high school or college setting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Wrestling experience at high school, college or higher level.
- Be adaptable and enjoy working alongside the current coaching staff
- Ability and willingness to manage a Monday-Saturday practice/game schedule which includes travel to away opponents.