MS Assistant Wrestling Coach

The North Plainfield School District invites applications for an Assistant Wrestling Coach position at North Plainfield Middle School beginning with the 2026–2027 winter season.

North Plainfield is a diverse and vibrant community committed to developing the whole child through academics, athletics, and extracurricular opportunities. Our athletic programs emphasize excellence, sportsmanship, teamwork, leadership, and character development. We are seeking passionate, student-centered coaches who are committed to helping build a comprehensive wrestling program that supports student-athletes both on and off the mat.

Qualifications and Responsibilities:

Required:

• Valid New Jersey Teaching Certificate or New Jersey Substitute Certificate.
• Knowledge of wrestling fundamentals, techniques, rules, strategies, conditioning, and safe coaching practices.
• Ability to teach and develop middle school student-athletes of varying skill levels.
• Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to student-athlete safety, sportsmanship, character development, and academic success.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the Head Wrestling Coach, coaching staff, Athletic Administration, student-athletes, parents/guardians, and the school community.
• Must meet all district, NJSIAA, and applicable New Jersey requirements for coaching, including required certifications and background checks.
• Successful completion of all required NJSIAA coaching education requirements and mandatory coaching certifications.
• Successful completion of all district employment requirements.

Preferred:

• Previous wrestling coaching and/or competitive wrestling experience preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head Wrestling Coach in planning and conducting practices, competitions, and team activities.
• Teach proper wrestling techniques, fundamentals, conditioning, and match strategies.
• Support the development of student-athletes' physical fitness, confidence, discipline, and overall wrestling skills.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and respectful team environment.
• Reinforce expectations for attendance, punctuality, behavior, academics, and sportsmanship.
• Prioritize student-athlete safety by teaching proper procedures, supervising practices, and following injury-prevention protocols.
• Assist with the organization of wrestling equipment, uniforms, facilities, and team logistics.
• Support the preparation of wrestlers for dual meets, tournaments, and other athletic events.
• Provide appropriate supervision before, during, and after practices and competitions.
• Communicate effectively with the Head Coach, student-athletes, parents/guardians, and Athletic Administration.
• Assist with monitoring student-athlete eligibility, participation, attendance, and academic progress.
• Serve as a positive role model and representative of North Plainfield Middle School Athletics.
• Participate in required coaching meetings, professional development, and district athletic initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Wrestling Coach or Athletic Administration.

Salary

$4,563

Equal Employment Opportunity

The North Plainfield Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.