8th Grade Head Girls Track Coach

Young World Physical Education; Waverly (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District Middle School in Waverly, Iowa, seeks an 8th Grade Head Girls Track Coach to lead a developing program focused on sportsmanship, character, and academic commitment.

Reporting to the Athletic Director and Building Principal, this full-time position involves implementing policies, mentoring assistants, coordinating scheduling and transport, and ensuring safety, eligibility, and strong student-athlete support.

Qualifications

• Iowa Coaching Authorization or Coaching Endorsement (BOEE)
• CPR/AED, Concussion in Sports, Heat Illness Prevention certifications
• Strong knowledge of sport-specific rules, techniques, and strategy
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities
• Understanding of Iowa high school eligibility and safety requirements

Responsibilities

• Enforce athletic policies approved by the WSR Board of Education.
• Guide and mentor assistant coaches, promote professional development.
• Delegate responsibilities, monitor implementation, and evaluate staff.
• Coordinate scheduling, transportation, and tournament logistics.
• Maintain safe equipment and facility standards.
• Support student-athletes with academic progress and post-secondary opportunities.

Job description

8th Grade Head Girls Track Coach

Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District Middle School - Waverly, Iowa

Job Description

Reports To: Athletic Director / Building Principal

Position Type: Full-time

GENERAL PURPOSE

The success of athletic programs has a direct impact on the public image of the Waverly- Shell Rock Community School District. With high community involvement and expectations, coaches must balance a competitive spirit with the district's core values of sportsmanship, student well\'being, and character development. While performance is publicly visible, the ultimate goal of the athletic program is to build student-athletes of high character, strong mental health, and academic commitment. This role may involve extended hours, injury risk management, and decision\-making under pressure. Coaches are expected to apply sound judgment and common sense when situations arise that fall outside explicit policies.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Program & Policy Implementation

• Understand and enforce all athletic policies approved by the WSR Board of Education.
• Apply district, state (IHSAA/IGHSAU), and conference regulations consistently across the program.
• Follow proper administrative channels for communication, concerns, and grievance resolution.
• Attend relevant department, district, and league meetings.

Staff Leadership

• Establish a program-wide philosophy, teaching progression, and culture of accountability.
• Guide and mentor assistant coaches, promote professional development (clinics, certifications).
• Delegate responsibilities, monitor implementation, and evaluate staff at season\'s end.
• Maintain high morale and cooperation within the coaching staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director or building administration.
• Assist the Athletic Director with scheduling, transportation, and tournament logistics.
• Coordinate facility use with custodial and maintenance staff.
• Collect and verify physicals, consent forms, and eligibility documentation per state rules.
• Maintain safe equipment and facility standards.
• Provide timely feedback and recommendations for program improvements.

Student-Athlete Support

• Serve as a mentor and role model promoting respect, effort, and integrity.
• Monitor academic progress and behavioral expectations of athletes.
• Maintain a visible and supportive presence at all practices, contests, and travel.
• Distribute training rules, program expectations, and emergency procedures.
• Report injuries and submit documentation within 24 hours.
• Direct and supervise team managers, statisticians, and support staff.
• Follow due process in disciplinary matters and communicate proactively with families.
• Assist student-athletes with post-secondary athletic and academic opportunities.

Finance & Equipment Oversight

• Collaborate on annual budgeting needs with the Athletic Director.
• Maintain inventory and accountability for all team equipment.
• Issue, label, store, and recondition equipment in a timely and organized manner.
• Monitor access to locker rooms, equipment rooms, and coaches' offices.
• Inspect facilities pre- and post-event for safety and cleanliness.
• Encourage student respect for school property and personal responsibility for equipment.
• Secure school property (lights, doors, windows) when custodians are not on site.

Public & Community Relations

• Organize preseason parent/player meetings.
• Promote the program within the school and community, encouraging multi-sport participation.
• Manage communication with media regarding team performance, schedules, and results.
• Support positive relationships with booster clubs, youth programs, parents, and officials.
• Help develop feeder systems in cooperation with community leagues and middle school coaches.
• Uphold the district\'s expectations of respectful and responsible use of social media.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Iowa Coaching Authorization or Coaching Endorsement (BOEE)
• Current certifications: CPR/AED, Concussion in Sports, Heat Illness Prevention
• Strong knowledge of sport-specific rules, techniques, and strategy
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities
• Understanding of Iowa high school eligibility and safety requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Teaching license or employment in WSR district
• Previous successful coaching experience, especially at the high school level
• Ability to positively engage with a diverse student population and community

Contact Information

• Abby Graham
• 1415 4th Avenue SW
• Waverly, Iowa 50677
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]