Job Description

Athletic Coach � Boys JH Wrestling Head Coach

Octorara Area School District is seeking a dedicated, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic individual to serve as a Head Coach for an Octorara JH athletic program. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to student-athlete development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and the overall mission of the Octorara Area School District.

Position Details

Compensation: 5 Points @ $653 per point = $3,265.00

Essential Responsibilities

The Head Coach will be responsible for:

• Providing leadership, instruction, and supervision for student-athletes participating in the program.
• Developing and implementing practices that promote skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and competitive excellence.
• Creating a positive, inclusive, and supportive environment for all student-athletes.
• Serving as a positive role model and mentor for students.
• Demonstrating strong knowledge of the sport, including appropriate techniques, strategies, rules, and safety practices.
• Actively recruiting and encouraging student participation within the school community.
• Communicating effectively and professionally with student-athletes, parents/guardians, assistant coaches, school administration, and other stakeholders.
• Supervising and providing leadership to assistant coaches and other program personnel.
• Maintaining appropriate team and program expectations consistent with District policies and athletic department procedures.
• Promoting good sportsmanship and representing Octorara Area School District in a professional manner.
• Ensuring compliance with PIAA rules, District policies, and applicable athletic regulations.
• Performing other duties related to the athletic program as assigned by the Athletic Director or administration.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must:

• Demonstrate a strong ability to work effectively with student-athletes.
• Serve as a positive role model and mentor.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the sport, including techniques, strategies, rules, and fundamentals.
• Possess strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with parents/guardians, coaches, administrators, and school staff.
• Demonstrate a commitment to developing student-athletes both athletically and personally.
• Prior coaching and/or competitive experience in the sport is preferred.

Required Clearances & Training

All required Pennsylvania clearances and PIAA trainings must be completed in accordance with District and PIAA requirements prior to assuming coaching responsibilities.

Octorara Area School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.