2026 Wrestling Coaches — Lincoln Middle School

Wrestling Coaches (2) — Lincoln Middle School

Lincoln Middle School | South Lane School District | Cottage Grove, Oregon
Positions available: Two paid seasonal coaching positions
Compensation: Per the district’s extracurricular stipend schedule
Season: Winter
Application deadline: Open until filled - initial review of applications will occur on 10/9/26

Lincoln Middle School is seeking two positive, dependable wrestling coaches to support our middle school wrestling program. We are looking for coaches who can help student-athletes build wrestling skills, confidence, discipline, teamwork, and a lasting appreciation for athletics.

Our wrestling program serves students with a wide range of experience, from first-time wrestlers to students with previous competition experience. Successful candidates will help create a safe, structured, and inclusive environment where students can learn, take healthy risks, and grow as athletes and teammates.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead age-appropriate wrestling practices focused on fundamentals, conditioning, safety, sportsmanship, and skill development.

• Coach and supervise student-athletes during practices, meets, transportation-related activities, and other team events as assigned.

• Teach and model positive behavior, accountability, respect for teammates and opponents, and good sportsmanship.

• Support wrestlers with varied experience levels and provide meaningful opportunities for all students to improve.

• Ensure student-athletes use safe and appropriate wrestling techniques and follow all safety expectations.

• Communicate regularly and professionally with students, families, school staff, the athletic director, and other coaches.

• Follow all school, district, league, and athletic-program expectations related to student eligibility, conduct, supervision, and safety.

• Work collaboratively with the coaching staff to organize practices, prepare for meets, and support a successful season.

Qualifications

• Wrestling experience as an athlete, coach, instructor, or official is preferred.

• Experience working with middle school-aged students is preferred.

• Knowledge of safe wrestling techniques, conditioning practices, and sportsmanship expectations.

• Ability to build positive relationships with students and maintain a supportive, well-managed team environment.

• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.

• Ability to meet district coaching requirements, including required training, background checks, and any applicable certifications.

Time Commitment

Practices and meets will take place after school and may include occasional weekend events. Specific practice and meet schedules will be shared with selected coaches.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit application materials through the district website. Questions may be directed to Kyla Adair at kyla.adair@slane.k12.or.us.

South Lane School District is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students and staff.

Application Procedure

Applications are completed online at: https://slane.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER South Lane School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, parental or marital status, age, or genetic information. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA). Disabled persons may contact Human Resources at (541) 767-3573 for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the District for assistance through the Oregon Relay at (800) 735-2900