Assistant Junior High Boys Wrestling Coach

COACHING POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Junior High — Boys Wrestling

Assistant Junior High Boys Wrestling Coach

Doniphan-Trumbull wrestling has established itself as one of the premier Class C programs in Nebraska. In 2024, the Cardinals made program history by producing their first-ever state champions — Dakota Gibson (132 lbs) and Tycen Breckner (285 lbs) — at the CHI Health Center in Omaha. The program has grown from 14 to 23+ wrestlers in recent seasons and continues to build at all levels, including a rapidly expanding girls’ wrestling program that grew from one competitor to seven in a single year.

Head Coach Andrew Smith leads a dedicated staff committed to developing the whole athlete. D-T also hosts the annual “Rumble in Trumbull” dual invitational, reflecting the program’s growing profile in the region. This is a program on the rise, and we are looking for coaches who want to be part of it.

Doniphan-Trumbull Public Schools is seeking an Assistant Coach for the Junior High Boys Wrestling program. Be a part of a program on the rise — D-T wrestling has grown from 14 to 23+ wrestlers in recent seasons.

This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about youth wrestling development and want to contribute to a program with strong momentum, a quality coaching staff, and deep community investment.

•       Assist the Head Coach with all aspects of junior high boys wrestling practices and competitions

•       Support athlete skill development with an emphasis on technique and work ethic

•       Help foster a positive, competitive team culture among junior high wrestlers

•       Supervise athletes during practices, competitions, and travel

•       Assist with equipment care and locker room supervision

•       Serve as a positive role model for student-athletes

•       Adhere to all NSAA, district, and NDE policies and guidelines

•       High school diploma or GED required; Nebraska Teaching Certificate preferred

•       Special Services Certificate in coaching preferred (or willingness to obtain)

•       First Aid and CPR certification required (may be obtained upon hire)

•       Valid Nebraska motor vehicle operator’s license with school van certification

•       Wrestling experience and/or prior coaching experience strongly preferred

•       On-staff certificated employees encouraged to apply

•       Commitment to student-athlete development, sportsmanship, and community

•       State champion-producing program with strong community and administrative support

•       Collaborative, experienced coaching staff dedicated to athlete growth at all levels

•       Growing girls’ wrestling program with significant upside

•       Excellent AQuESTT-rated district with proud academic and activities traditions

•       Close-knit central Nebraska community near Hastings and Grand Island

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, current resume, and references to:

Dr. Jeremy Braden, Superintendent

Doniphan-Trumbull Public Schools  |  Doniphan, Nebraska

www.dtcardinals.org  Careers

Doniphan-Trumbull Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, or other protected status in its employment practices.