Springside Chestnut Hill Academy is seeking a wrestling coach to instruct at the Upper School level. Reporting to the Athletic Director, the coach will collaborate with all team stakeholders, including the AD, school administrators, athletes, parents, faculty, and other coaches. The Varsity Head Coach will be responsible for team development, training, and strategy in practice and competition. This position will start in August 2026.
Essential Functions
Provides a clear vision and coaching philosophy that instills a strong work ethic, responsibility, teamwork, sportsmanship, competition, citizenship, leadership, and student wellness.
Communicates clear expectations to the players and their parents and helps players understand the program objectives.
Builds positive relationships with players, faculty, administrators, parents, and other community constituencies.
Directs and implements all aspects of the wrestling program PK-12th. This includes, but is not limited to, providing clinics for Lower School students and oversight of the Middle School program.
Supervises and mentors assistant coaches.
Plans and organizes tryouts and all practices, and utilizes sound teaching techniques in preparation for games and practices.
Keeps accurate attendance records.
Maintains clear and consistent communications with the AD throughout the season.
Recruits viable student-athletes to SCH and assists student-athletes wishing to play at the collegiate level.
Attends SCH Athletic Open House, all league meetings, Signing Days, and any SCH coaching meetings/workshops.
Provides a safe and competitive environment for our student-athletes.
Adheres to and enforces all policies and procedures of SCH Academy and of its athletic programs.
Additional duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
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Requirements
Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Varsity Head Coach in wrestling.
Strong knowledge of wrestling techniques and strategies.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work with students, faculty, and parents in a team environment.
First Aid and CPR certification.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
Interested in this position? Submit your application to Springside Chestnut Hill Academy before the deadline.
