Assistant Varsity Softball Coach

Young World Physical Education; Maquoketa (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Maquoketa Community School District in Maquoketa, IA is seeking an Assistant Varsity Softball Coach for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports the head coach with practice planning, skill development, and game day execution.

Candidates should demonstrate effective communication with student-athletes and families, prioritize safety and inclusivity, and model professional, ethical conduct while contributing to a positive program culture.

Qualifications

• Assists in leading the team aligning with head coach and program philosophy.
• Teaches mechanics, skills, and strategies for athletic growth.
• Communicates clearly with student-athletes, parents, and fellow coaches.
• Establishes a safe, inclusive environment prioritizing athlete well-being and sportsmanship.
• Cultivates a positive, high-energy team culture centered on accountability, effort, growth, and unity.
• Collaborates with coaching staff to plan purposeful practices and prepare student-athletes for competition.
• Models ethical standards and pursues ongoing professional learning.

Responsibilities

• Assist head coach with daily coaching duties.
• Prepare and conduct practices aligned with program philosophy.
• Support student-athlete development and teamwork.
• Monitor safety and fair play during games and practices.

Skills

Program Alignment

Skill Development

Communication

Safety & Inclusivity

Culture & Teamwork

Preparation & Execution

Professionalism

Job description

Assistant Varsity Softball Coach

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Job Details

Job ID: 5869611

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 04, 2026 3:50 PM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Maquoketa High School

has the following opening:

Assistant Varsity Softball Coach

2026-2027 school year

Qualifications:

• Program Alignment: Assists in leading the team while ensuring all instruction and expectations align seamlessly with the head coach and overarching program philosophy.
• Skill Development: Teaches and reinforces foundational mechanics, position-specific skills, and tactical strategies to promote long-term athletic growth.
• Communication & Collaboration: Communicates clearly and builds constructive, supportive relationships with student-athletes, parents, and fellow coaches.
• Safety & Inclusivity: Establishes a safe, inclusive environment that prioritizes athlete well-being, injury prevention, and exemplary sportsmanship.
• Culture & Teamwork: Cultivates a positive, high-energy team culture centered on accountability, effort, personal growth, and unity.
• Preparation & Execution: Collaborates with the coaching staff to plan purposeful practices and prepare student-athletes for competition.
• Professionalism: Models strong ethical standards and pursues continuous professional learning to support the success of the players and the program.

Duties: As normally assigned to the position

Compensation: As per Extra Duty Salary Schedule

EEO/AA

It is the policy of Maquoketa Community School District not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, sexual orientation, age (for employment), and actual or potential family, parental, or marital status (for programs). Maquoketa Community School District offers career and technical education programs in the following service areas: Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Human Services and Industrial Technology. If you have a question or complaint related to this policy, or for information about the district’s grievance procedures, please contact Superintendent Notz, 612 S. Vermont St. Maquoketa, Iowa 52060 at 563-652-4984, [e-mail] or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone], TDD: [phone], Email: [e-mail].

Position Type: Part-time

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Colin Larson , Activities Director
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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