High School Track & Field Assistant Coach (Boys & Girls)

Ogden Community School District; Ogden (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ogden Community School District in Ogden, IA seeks an Assistant High School Track and Field Coach for boys and girls. The role supports practices, meets, athlete development, and team management while promoting a positive, inclusive environment for student-athletes.

The position requires knowledge of track events, strong communication, and the ability to supervise activities with safety in mind. Preference given to throwing event experience; travel with the team is expected.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of track and field techniques, rules, and safety procedures.
• Experience in coaching and developing student-athletes.
• Ability to supervise practices and competitions with a focus on safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Coach in planning, organizing, and conducting daily practices and conditioning.
• Coach and develop student-athletes in event areas (sprints, distance, jumps, throws, relays).
• Promote teamwork and positive culture; ensure academic eligibility of athletes.
• Handle equipment, uniforms, and facility setup for practices and meets.
• Travel with the team to practices and meets; supervise athletes.
• Uphold district policies and communicate with athletes, parents, staff, and administration.

Skills

Track & field knowledge

Coaching

Communication

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Tools

Timing systems

Job description

Ogden Community School District in Ogden, IA seeks an Assistant High School Track and Field Coach for boys and girls. The role supports practices, meets, athlete development, and team management while promoting a positive, inclusive environment for student-athletes.

The position requires knowledge of track events, strong communication, and the ability to supervise activities with safety in mind. Preference given to throwing event experience; travel with the team is expected.