7th Grade Girls Basketball Head Coach - Xavier Catholic Schools

Young World Physical Education; Cedar Rapids (IA); Sur place; USD 2 000 - 5 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Xavier Catholic Schools in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is seeking a 7th Grade Girls Basketball Head Coach. This middle school role focuses on education-based coaching, building relationships with student-athletes, and coordinating with the varsity program to align culture across grades 7–12.

The position rewards a stipend with responsibilities including practice planning, game coaching, and adherence to district and state policies. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Valid coaching license through the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners or ability to obtain before season start.
• Previous coaching experience is preferred.
• Ability to lead, instruct, and supervise student athletes and coaching staff.

Responsabilités

• Attend and coach all scheduled games.
• Establish and teach fundamentals, skills, and techniques to promote growth.
• Lead practices and mentor staff and players.

Connaissances

Coaching license

Coaching experience

Leadership

Communication

Description du poste

7th Grade Girls Basketball Head Coach - Xavier Catholic Schools

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Job Details

Job ID: 5851510
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 24, 2026 12:13 PM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Purpose Statement

Middle School Coaches are responsible for providing an education-based experience for student-athletes, including building positive relationships. They are responsible for teaching and coaching middle school students and coordinating with the varsity coach at the high school level to create a cohesive culture that spans from grades 7 to 12. Duties may include coordinating practice planning, skill development, and designing strategies which prepare the team for competition; mentoring student-athletes; collaborating with other coaches; and demonstrating adherence to district, conference, and state association rules and regulations.

Job Title: Middle School Coach
Reports To: Director of Athletics/Activities
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt (Stipend)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid coaching license through the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners or the ability to obtain it prior to the start of the season.
• Previous experience coaching, preferred.
• Knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead, instruct, and supervise students athletes and a coaching staff.
• Ability to work under pressure and remain calm.
• Proficient in organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Essential Functions

• Attend and effectively coach in all scheduled games:
• Establish the fundamental philosophy, skills, and techniques to be taught to the student athlete, promoting individual and team growth in athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, respect and good sportsmanship.
• Lead, organize and be present at any and/or all practices.
• Train and inform staff, if applicable, on the fundamental philosophy, skills and techniques, via staff meetings, clinics, and training.
• Delegate and assign specific duties, supervise implementation and at season’s end analyze staff effectiveness.
• Ensure all coaches work together toward a common goal within their respective programs and provide unity with the feeder schools and affiliated youth leagues within the XCS.
• Adhere to injury prevention procedures established by XCS.
• Apply and enforce all student discipline during athletic contests and ensure student athletics maintain sportsmanship in all phases of the competition.
• Collaboratively work to enhance sportsmanship by spectators, both directly and indirectly by working closely with administration, cheerleaders, pep clubs, boosters, etc.
• Take precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for participation.
• Work collaboratively with the Activities Department to schedule competitions and coordinate arrangements.
• Promote the athletic program for purposes of increasing interest and participation.
• Maintain inventory of uniforms and equipment within the program.
• Annually establish and meet performance goals.
• Be familiar with and adhere to the coaches handbook, employee handbook, Board of Educational Examiners Professional Code of Ethics and Conduct, and board policies, especially those governing student non-discrimination, anti-harassment, bullying, mandatory reporting, student record confidentiality, and other pertinent policies.
• Advise students and parents on the athletic code of conduct, including consequences for violation, and coordinate with the Activities Director in instances of possible violations of the code of conduct.
• Make recommendations to the athletic director and principal in the hiring and/or retention of assistant coaches. Direct, supervise, and evaluate regularly the performance of all assistant coaches.

Other Functions

• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events, as assigned.
• Demonstrate initiative and the ability to work without close supervision.
• Demonstrate integrity and maintain confidentiality.
• Is respectful and appropriately interacts with staff, students, and visitors.
• Uphold and adhere to safety rules and policies of the Xavier Catholic Schools safety program.
• Support the goals and objectives of the school district and follow all district policies.
• Demonstrate the ability to attend work on a regular and routine basis to avoid disruption to district operations.
• Perform all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or others.
• Respond to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Working Environment

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
The usual and customary methods of performing the position functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, reaching, driving, standing and walking.
Working conditions may include extreme temperatures and humidity. Hazards may include exposure to communicable diseases. This position requires one to maintain emotional control under stress.

Supervision
Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

Terms of Employment
Temporary employment position

Clearances
Background Clearance

Evaluation
Job performance will be evaluated annually, as per district policies and procedures

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Not provided

Job Categories:
Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Adam McDonnell , Activities Director
• Xavier Catholic Schools
• Phone: [phone] ext. 306
• Email: [e-mail]

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