Head Boys Varsity Swimming Coach

Bettendorf Community School District; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 5,000 - 7,000; Part time

Job summary

Bettendorf Community School District is seeking a passionate Varsity Boys Swimming Coach to lead and mentor student-athletes. Responsibilities include fostering team culture, skill development, and ensuring a supportive environment.

Qualifications include obtaining an Iowa Coaching license and a high school diploma. The position entails significant supervision and effective communication with players, staff, and parents.

Salary is $6022 as per the 2026-27 schedule, with the start date set for the 2026-27 school year.

Qualifications

• Must have or be able to obtain an Iowa Coaching license.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to supervise students while maintaining positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Ensure athletes are properly supervised at all times.
• Attend annual coaches meeting each year.
• Collect all physical forms and concussion forms.

Skills

Team supervision

Communication skills

Responsibility

Work with young people

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Iowa Coaching license

Job description

Position Type

Athletics/Activities/ Coaching

The district is seeking a passionate and dedicated Varsity Boys Swimming Coach to lead and mentor student‑athletes. The coach will be responsible for fostering a positive team culture, promoting skill development, and ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all players.

Qualifications for this position:

• Must have or be able to obtain an Iowa Coaching license
• Ability to work well with others and willingness to assume responsibility
• Ability to effectively supervise students while maintaining a positive relationship with them
• Enjoys working with young people as well as staff and parents
• Capable of representing the school in a professional manner, which includes, but is not limited to: confidentiality, good oral and written communication skills, regular attendance and appropriate dress

Salary for this position = $6022 (2026-27 salary schedule)

Start Date: 2026/27 School Year

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all athletes are properly supervised at all times
• Attend annual coaches meeting each year to participate in the review of school policies
• Participate in organizing and conducting a meeting with parents to discuss policies, expectations and any other information deemed necessary, before the first interscholastic contest
• Collection all physical forms and concussion forms
• Get equipment ready to be used and issue equipment and uniforms
• Ensure that training rules and eligibility regulations are enforced and violations reported
• Help organize home events and get facilities ready for use
• Help supervise and maintain the locker rooms
• Help secure the facilities after events and practices
• Attend all practice sessions and all games, or be available for a scouting assignment
• Report all injuries to the athletic trainer; assist in completing accident forms
• Notify media of outcomes of events and help prepare stats for Bound
• Collect and inventory equipment and uniforms at the end of the season
• Suggest any new equipment purchases needed
• May be required to work an extended contract if applicable, if the team goes to higher levels of competition
• Carry out all duties assigned by the activities director, building principal or superintendent

Eligibility: Applicants must have valid U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or an active work visa.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

It is the policy of the Bettendorf Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. The Bettendorf Community School District is an Equal Opportunity/affirmative action Employer. The Bettendorf Community School District is an EEO/AA employer.