Wrestling Head Coach

Position Type:

Athletics/Student Activities/Coaching

Date Posted:

8/28/2025

Location:

Garfield Heights Middle School

Closing Date:

Until Filled

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION(S) FOR THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR:

Position: Wrestling Head Coach

Location: Garfield Heights Middle School

Position Type: Part Time, Stipend

Job Description:

Garfield Heights City Schools is seeking a motivated and knowledgeable Middle School Wrestling Head Coach to lead and develop the wrestling program at the middle school level. The Head Coach will be responsible for providing instruction in wrestling fundamentals, fostering student-athlete growth, and promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and academic accountability. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, technical wrestling knowledge, and a passion for mentoring young athletes as they prepare for higher levels of competition.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Mentorship: Provide positive leadership and mentorship to student-athletes, promoting discipline, responsibility, teamwork, and respect.

Skill Development: Teach age-appropriate wrestling techniques, strategies, conditioning, and safety practices.

Program Management: Plan, organize, and oversee all practices, matches, and tournaments at the middle school level.

Compliance & Eligibility: Ensure adherence to OHSAA and Garfield Heights City Schools policies, including academic eligibility and code of conduct standards.

Game/Meet Preparation: Develop structured practice plans, strategies for competition, and in-meet decision-making to support team success.

Safety & Supervision: Provide proper supervision and maintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment during all team activities.

Collaboration: Work with the middle school wrestling staff, athletic department, and administrators to ensure program continuity and long-term athlete development.

Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with families, staff, and the Garfield Heights community to support the wrestling program.

Other Duties: Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Athletic Director or school administration.

About Our District:

The Garfield Heights City Schools collaboratively and cooperatively serve students and families of the City of Garfield Heights. Located in Cuyahoga County and bordered on the north by the City of Cleveland proper, and on all other sides by the first-ring communities of Northeast Ohio, our District proudly serves approximately 3,500 students in three elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school, along with a highly regarded preschool program.

As the heart of the community, Garfield Heights City Schools fully prepares students to pursue their dreams and give back as engaged citizens and future leaders. Our vision is to become a premier educational institution, recognized throughout Ohio as fully preparing students to be leaders equipped with real-world skills to contribute to a global society.

Our district is committed to academic excellence, career readiness, positive behavioral supports, and a wide range of co-curricular offerings. With over 18 varsity sports and numerous award-winning arts and leadership programs, Garfield Heights City Schools provides students with opportunities to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

Garfield Heights City Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, genetic information, race, color, age, religion, disabilities, military status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

Application Deadline: Until position has been filled.

To Apply: On-line