Position Summary: The Assistant Coach of Wrestling supports the Head Coach in delivering a world-class wrestling program at IMG Academy. This role assists in training student-athletes, mentoring their growth on and off the mat, and ensuring the daily operations of practices, competitions, and program activities run smoothly. The Assistant Coach plays a key role in reinforcing the Academy’s mission of athletic and personal excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Head Coach in planning and executing wrestling practices, drills, and training sessions.
• Support the Head Coach in scheduling, travel coordination, budget tracking, and equipment management.
• Provide direct coaching and instruction in technical skills, conditioning, and competition preparation.
• Supports community engagement, camps, and competition-day preparation.
• Manages room setup, practice plans, and daily athlete check-ins.
• Mentor student-athletes in areas of academic accountability, personal development, and sportsmanship.
• Assist with recruiting efforts, including evaluating prospective student-athletes and supporting program promotion.
• Aid in competition logistics, including scheduling, team travel, and event management.
• Monitor athlete progress, maintain training records, and communicate updates to the Head Coach and families.
• Collaborate with athletic trainers, strength staff, and academic advisors to ensure holistic athlete support.
• Uphold IMG Academy standards for compliance, safety, and conduct on and off the mat.
• Represent the wrestling program professionally at competitions, events, and community activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Sports Management, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 2–4 years of wrestling coaching experience at the high school, collegiate, or elite club level.
• Strong technical knowledge of wrestling skills, training methods, and competition strategy.
• Ability to build rapport and motivate student-athletes in a high-performance environment.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and recruiting guidelines preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Ability to demonstrate wrestling techniques and participate in training activities.
• Schedule requires flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel as needed.
• Must be able to lift, move, push and pull equipment or boxes in excess of 40lbs.
• Comfort working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to move across campus facilities including gyms, fields, and turf.

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