Head Varsity Wrestling Coach

Head Varsity Wrestling Coach Biddeford and Dayton Schools & Southern Maine Administrative Collaborative Biddeford, ME 04005

JobID:

3168

Position Type:

Stipend/Athletic Stipend Date Posted:

5/12/2026

Location:

Biddeford High School Biddeford Schools are seeking:

Head Varsity Wrestling Coach Specific Job Details:

Instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training necessary to realize individual and team success. Simultaneously, the coach must instruct and demonstrate behaviors that lead to socially acceptable character development, self-discipline, self-confidence, and pride of accomplishment in the student-athletes. To upgrade their knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations, consultation, etc.

Brief Job Duties:

Has the ability to organize and supervise a total sports program. Has previous successful coaching experience in assigned sports. (Major sports) The head coach must have substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and, at the same time, must continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field. The head coach must be an appropriate role model for student-athletes through instructions and actions. Has a thorough knowledge of all the athletic policies approved by the Biddeford School Department and is responsible for their implementation by the entire sports program staff. Knows the existing system, state, and league regulations; implements same consistently and interprets them for staff. Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers to all requests or grievances through appropriate channels. Is aware of all public/staff/departmental meetings that require attendance.

See Coaches Handbook https:

//www.biddefordschools.me/page/coaches-handbook

REPORTS TO

The athletic director provides overall objectives and final evaluation in conjunction with the high school principals.

SUPERVISES

In several instances, the head coach must advise, coordinate, and support the staff of high school assistant coaches and middle school coaches in conjunction with the athletic director and respective principal. They established the fundamental philosophy, skills, and techniques to be taught by staff—design conferences, clinics, and staff meetings to ensure staff awareness of the overall program. Trains and informs staff and encourages professional growth by encouraging clinic attendance according to local clinic policy. Delegates specific duties supervises the implementation, analyzes staff effectiveness at the end of the season, and evaluates all assistants. Maintains discipline, adjusts grievances, and works to increase morale and cooperation. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the athletic director/principal. Permits the athletes to only be in authorized areas of the building at the appropriate times.

Certification/License:

MPA Requirements Criminal History Record Check (CHRC), which includes Fingerprints on file with the Maine Department of Education Live and Work in the Biddeford, Maine Community Located along the Atlantic coastline with miles of beaches Views of the Saco River to its west Less than 20 minutes south of the Greater Portland Area It is less than two hours north of Boston. Home to a growing population of diverse residents Picturesque downtown Maine's youngest city, with a median age of 29 in the historic downtown Thriving economy Many recreational opportunities, including fishing, hiking, biking, public parks, and kayaking Equal Opportunity The School Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district shall actively work to ensure that the teacher and administrator workforce reflects the diversity of the student body. The School Department's selection will be based on those with the highest capabilities, the most significant commitment to quality education, and the greatest likelihood of effectively implementing the learning program. Therefore, selections will be made without consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, marital status, parental status, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, membership in an employee organization, military service, political affiliation, and any other state or federal prohibitions. For this policy, "sexual orientation" means a person's actual or perceived heterosexuality, bisexuality, homosexuality, or gender identity or expression. Criminal Background Check All employees of Maine schools must be fingerprinted for a criminal history background check. Please create a Department of Education log-in and make an appointment for a fingerprinting appointment at https://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/fingerprinting