Middle School Wrestling Coach Portage West Middle School Internal Candidates:

Schedule C -

External Candidates:

Edustaff Starting Date:

2026-27

Season Job Summary:

Responsible for all facets of the middle school Wrestling at Portage West Middle School.

Responsibilities:

Directly coach the West Middle School Wrestling Team Set the direction for the team Maintain program inventory and work with Athletic Coordinator on program budge The above duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the nature of the work by this position. The listing is not all-inclusive. Qualifications Previous coaching experience Proven ability to handle administrative responsibilities of coaching Ability to communicate, foster and maintain positive relationships with students, other coaches, administrators, news media, boosters, and parents Transparent and proactive communication, well organized, and detail oriented Has high expectations and coaches with passion and integrity Familiarity and willingness to make connections and establish relationships that enables a smooth and positive transition from one season to the next Proven ability to attract students to their program and retain them for multiple years Ability to deal with and resolve conflict Desire to serve others Ability to understand and follow policies (PWMS, PPS, MHSAA) Must undergo a background check and fingerprinting The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Please use this link to view our job postings and apply online at: https://www.portageps.org/page/employment-at-pps Who is PPS? Use this link to view our Strategic Commitments at:

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Contact information:

269-323-5000, 8107 Mustang Drive, Portage, Mi 49002