High School Head Varsity Wrestling Associate Head Coach

High School Head Varsity Wrestling Associate Head Coach JobID: 16330

Position Type:

Athletics/Activities/Coaching

Date Posted:

5/11/2026

Location:

Berkley High School

District:

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POSITION OPEN: High School Varsity Wrestling Associate Head Coach

START DATE - 2026-27 Winter Season

LOCATION - Berkley High School

COMPENSATION: Category IV Starting $3,256+ commensurate with experience

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated coaching, instructional, or competitive wrestling experience.
• Current CPR/AED certification.
• Completion of MHSAA Coaches Advancement Program (CAP) Level 1, or willingness to complete within 60 days of hire.
• MHSAA Weight Management Program / Optimal Performance Calculator (OPC) certification, or willingness to complete prior to first weigh-in.
• Current concussion awareness training in compliance with Michigan Public Act 342.
• Ability to pass a fingerprint-based criminal history background check (at applicant expense).
• Availability for the full season including preseason, daily practices, weekend tournaments, and MHSAA team and individual postseason.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Direct all aspects of the girls' wrestling program, including roster development, practice planning, lineup decisions, equipment, and supervision of athletes during practices, matches, tournaments, travel, and team functions.

• Plan and lead daily practices that develop technique, conditioning, mental performance, and team cohesion.
• Manage MHSAA weight certification and weekly weigh-ins for all girls wrestlers, in compliance with the Weight Management Program / OPC.
• Conduct regular skin checks and enforce skin infection protocols (ringworm, impetigo, herpes gladiatorum, etc.).
• Recruit and retain female athletes within the building and feeder programs to grow a sustainable roster.
• Schedule duals, tournaments, and team events in coordination with the Athletic Director and the boys' head coach.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with athletes, parents, officials, fellow coaches, administrators, and community members.
• Manage the girls' program budget; assist with fundraising and team apparel decisions as needed.
• Support athletes pursuing college recruitment, including communication with college coaches.
• Plan and host an end-of-season awards banquet and complete season evaluations.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested candidates email resume and cover letter to Matt Rawlik at matthew.rawlik@berkleyschools.org

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Until filled

District Vision

Our inclusive culture will inspire, empower and lead all learners to realize their full potential and make a positive difference in their future and community.

Commitment

The Berkley School District is committed to keeping diversity, equity and inclusion at the forefront of its goal of creating an environment where all staff, students and community members feel a sense of belonging.

Per School Safety Legislation, each individual, who is either employed full-time or part-time, or is assigned to regularly and continuously work under contract, shall be fingerprinted for the purpose of performing a criminal history background check. Prior to employment, selected candidate must complete the fingerprinting process. Berkley School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, height, weight or any disability in its educational programs, activities or employment as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.