Middle School Wrestling Coach

POSITION POSTING- PORTLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Position: Middle School Wrestling Coach
Location: Portland Middle School

Portland Public Schools is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Middle School Wrestling Coach to lead our middle school wrestling program. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about developing student-athletes both on and off the mat while fostering a culture of sportsmanship integrity and competitive excellence.

Candidates must possess the following qualifications:

• Previous successful wrestling coaching experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of wrestling techniques strategy skill development and current MHSAA wrestling rules.
• Strong leadership communication and organizational skills.
• Commitment to promoting good sportsmanship character development and academic success.
• Current CPR First Aid and AED certification or the ability to obtain certification prior to the start of the season.
• Must successfully complete a Michigan school employment fingerprint background check prior to employment.

The following qualifications are preferred but not required:

• Previous wrestling coaching experience.
• Experience developing youth and middle school wrestling programs.
• Demonstrated success building and sustaining a competitive wrestling program while emphasizing integrity sportsmanship and student development.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead the middle school wrestling program.
• Support all aspects of the wrestling program.
• Collaborate with the Varsity Wrestling Coach and Extra-Curricular Activities Director to support and strengthen the entire Portland Public Schools wrestling program.
• Provide leadership mentorship and support to coaches throughout the program.
• Develop student-athletes in the areas of wrestling skills sportsmanship teamwork leadership and academic responsibility.
• Ensure compliance with all MHSAA league district and school policies and procedures.
• Promote positive relationships with athletes families staff officials and the community.

Interested candidates should submit an application through by September 14 2026

Questions regarding the position or Portland Public Schools may be directed to Jason Haid Extra-Curricular Activities Director at:

Portland Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer

No person applying for employment with Portland Public Schools shall be discriminated against on the basis of race color national origin sex (including sexual orientation gender identity or gender expression) disability age religion height weight marital status familial status military status ancestry genetic information or any other legally protected characteristic in any program activity or employment opportunity.