HS Assistant Boys Basketball Coach (Stipend) - East

EAST HIGH; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 4,100 - 5,500; Part time

Job summary

East High School is seeking an HS Assistant Boys Basketball Athletic Coach (Stipend) in Des Moines, IA. The position is part-time with a stipend of $4,803 for the assignment year.

Reports to the Athletic Director and Head Coach and supports program operations, student-athlete development, and compliance with district policies. The role requires coaching/leadership experience, Iowa coaching endorsement or authorization, and strong communication skills to work with student-athletes, staff, and

Qualifications

• Valid Iowa Coaching Endorsement or Coaching Authorization.
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Coaching and/or leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach in the operation of the athletic program.
• Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport as determined by the head coach.
• Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program.
• Provides proper supervision of athletes at all times.
• Participates in organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to join the sport.
• Maintains eligibility forms, emergency data cards, equipment inventory, and other related duties as determined by the Head Coach.
• Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met as determined by the Head Coach.
• Models sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
• Attends staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.

Skills

First Aid & CPR

Rules knowledge

Coaching/leadership

Communication skills

Tools

CDL

Job description

HS Assistant Boys Basketball Coach (Stipend) - East

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Job Details

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

TITLE:HS Assistant Boys Basketball Athletic Coach (Stipend)

POSITION TYPE: Coach

Stipendfor this position: $4803.00

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Iowa Coaching Endorsement or Coaching Authorization
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
• Coaching and/or leadership experience

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• First Aid and CPR
• Knowledge of conference rules and regulations
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

JOB SUMMARY:To instruct participants in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary to realize a high degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the student athlete shall receive instruction that will lead to the formulization and internalization of pride of accomplishment, self- discipline, self-confidence, and sportsmanship.Assist the Head Coach in the alignment and implementation of systems and skill development regarding the athletic program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assistant the Head Coach in the operation of the athletic program.
• Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport as determined by the head coach.
• Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program.
• Provides proper supervision of athletes at all times.
• Participates in organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to join the sport.
• Maintains eligibility forms, emergency data cards, equipment inventory, and other related duties as determined by the Head Coach.
• Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met as determined by the Head Coach.
• Models sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
• Participates in special activities to include parent’s night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
• Follows and maintains knowledge of all District policies and procedures.
• Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
• Attends staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):

• Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
• Assist with other duties as may be assigned

DEPARTMENT:Athletics

REPORTS TO:Athletic Director and Head Coach

HIGHEST LEVEL SUPERVISED:N/A

BARGAINING GROUP:N/A

FLSA STATUS:Exempt

CALENDAR:Athletic Season

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Standing, walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying

WORKING CONDITIONS:May beinside or outside depending on activity

The Des Moines Independent Community School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. If you have questions, concerns or a complaint related to this policy, please contact Carol Wynn-Green,2100 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA 50321; phone: [phone]; email:[e-mail]. Complaints can also be directed to the Iowa Civil Rights Commission,400 E. 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50319-1004, [phone], or Region VII Office for Civil Rights, Citigroup Center 500 W. Madison Street, Suite 1475 Chicago, IL 60661-4544.

All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check. Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check.

Approved By: Lillie Noland

Date: 7/8/2026

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Brenda Boten , Human Resources Coordinator
• HUMAN RESOURCES
• Des Moines, Iowa 50309
• Email: [e-mail]