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New London Public Schools

HS Wrestling, Assistant Coach

New London Public Schools, New London, Connecticut, us, 06320

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Position Type: '); 'Athletics/ Wrestling, Assistant Coach, High School

Date Posted: 8/7/2025

Location: New London High School Multi Magnet Campus

Program Management: Develop and implement a comprehensive training program for the wrestlingteam, including daily practices, conditioning, and skill development. Team Development: Coach and mentor student-athletes, focusing on both individual and team skills. Encourage sportsmanship, teamwork, and a positive attitude. Competition Preparation: Prepare the team for gamesand tournaments, including strategic planning, match preparation, and in-game coaching. Recruitment and Retention: Work with school administration to recruit and retain student-athletes for the program. Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with athletes, parents, and school administration. Provide regular updates on team progress, schedule changes, and other relevant information. Compliance: Ensure compliance with school policies, league regulations, and safety protocols. Keep accurate records of practices, matches, and player performance. Certification: Must hold a valid State of Connecticut Coaching Certification. First Aid, CPR, and Concussion Certification are required. Experience: Previous coaching experience in wrestling, preferably at the high school or collegiate level, is highly desirable. Skills: Strong knowledge oftechniques, strategies, and rules. Demonstrated ability to effectively teach and develop players. Personal Attributes: Demonstrated interest in and aptitude for performing the responsibilities of the position. Ability to motivate and inspire student-athletes while promoting sportsmanship and teamwork. Additional Requirements: Must pass a background check and meet any additional requirements set by the school or district. This is a part-time, seasonal position typically involving after-school hours and weekends for practices and gamess. Must be able to work in various weather conditions and maintain a flexible schedule. CLOSING DATE:

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POSITION OVERVIEW: New London High School Athletics Department is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated High School Wrestling Assistant Coach to lead our program. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the sport and a commitment to fostering the athletic and personal development of student-athletes. The coach will be responsible for planning and executing practices, organizing competitions, and promoting sportsmanship and teamwork.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Management: Develop and implement a comprehensive training program for the wrestlingteam, including daily practices, conditioning, and skill development. Team Development: Coach and mentor student-athletes, focusing on both individual and team skills. Encourage sportsmanship, teamwork, and a positive attitude. Competition Preparation: Prepare the team for gamesand tournaments, including strategic planning, match preparation, and in-game coaching. Recruitment and Retention: Work with school administration to recruit and retain student-athletes for the program. Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with athletes, parents, and school administration. Provide regular updates on team progress, schedule changes, and other relevant information. Compliance: Ensure compliance with school policies, league regulations, and safety protocols. Keep accurate records of practices, matches, and player performance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Certification: Must hold a valid State of Connecticut Coaching Certification. First Aid, CPR, and Concussion Certification are required. Experience: Previous coaching experience in wrestling, preferably at the high school or collegiate level, is highly desirable. Skills: Strong knowledge oftechniques, strategies, and rules. Demonstrated ability to effectively teach and develop players. Personal Attributes: Demonstrated interest in and aptitude for performing the responsibilities of the position. Ability to motivate and inspire student-athletes while promoting sportsmanship and teamwork. Additional Requirements: Must pass a background check and meet any additional requirements set by the school or district.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This is a part-time, seasonal position typically involving after-school hours and weekends for practices and gamess. Must be able to work in various weather conditions and maintain a flexible schedule.

New London Public School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Candidates from diverse racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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