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DAVENPORT COMMUNITY SCH DIST 10257 - Assistant Wrestling Coach-1 position (District reserves right to split this position between two qualified candi in Davenport, Iowa

Duties and Responsibilities: (Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Assignments, Relationships) Sport Duties 1). Must demonstrate the ability to teach and coach young people in the fundamentals and techniques of wrestling. 2) Must demonstrate the appropriate competitive drive to develop and maintain a strong wrestling program. 3). Must demonstrate desire to constantly improve the program and overall sports program at Central High School. 4). Must demonstrate ability to motivate student-athletes to be the best they can be on the mat and in the classroom. 5). Must demonstrate ability to communicate with all stakeholders including but not limited to administration, staff, students and booster club. 6). Support the strength and conditioning coordinator to ensure proper conditioning and weight training for our student athletes. 7) Must provide adequate supervision before, during and after practices/games. School Duties 1). Must lead by example demonstrating high character and solid moral background. 2). Must promote other programs at Central High School and encourage to participate in other activities. 3). Must work with Athletic Boosters in working concession stands throughout the year, and willing to attend one meeting per academic year. Feeder Programs 1). Will assist to offer a complete and dedicated effort toward the development of wrestling at every age level. 2). Will assist at one coachs clinic and one youth camp per calendar year. 3). Will assist in the Davenport Central High Athletic Boosters youth summer sports camp.

Any duties as assigned by head coach, and administration.

Physical Requirements of Position: (HBVYes No)

  • Ability to demonstrate techniques as necessary.
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time.
  • Be able to drive school vans to events
  • Be able to lift, carry, pull, or push 50+lbs

Special Qualification Desired: (Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.)

  • Successful candidate must possess strong inter-personal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students and their families to ensure that each child reaches his/her full potential.
  • Must hold a valid Iowa Coaching Authorization or Iowa Teaching License with Coaching Endorsement or be willing to obtain one.
  • Must have Experience coaching at the high school level.
  • Must have the ability to organize and run off season workouts including league participation.
  • Must have a good knowledge of the MAC conference and Quad City area.
  • Complete online application including a resume, and 3 letters of reference.
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