HS Girls Soccer Head Coach (Stipend) — Lead Team & Growth

Roosevelt High; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 5,500 - 6,700; Part time

Job summary

Roosevelt High in Des Moines Public Schools is seeking an experienced Head Athletic Coach for the 2026-27 school year. This stipend position will lead the high school athletic program, plan practices, and mentor student-athletes while ensuring compliance with district and state rules.

Responsibilities include coordinating schedules, supervising coaches, tracking eligibility, and promoting sportsmanship and teamwork across programs.

Qualifications

• Valid Iowa Coaching Endorsement or Coaching Authorization.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Coaching and/or leadership experience.
• First Aid and CPR.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the leader and manager for the athletic program.
• Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide development.
• Coaches and instructs players regarding rules, equipment and techniques of the sport.
• Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program.
• Maintains eligibility forms, emergency data cards, insurance records, equipment inventory, and other related records.
• Works with Directors to schedule facilities for practices and competition.
• Monitors academic performance of team members throughout the year.

Skills

Coaching endorsement

Communication skills

Coaching/leadership

First Aid/CPR

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, coaching, or related field

Job description

Roosevelt High in Des Moines Public Schools is seeking an experienced Head Athletic Coach for the 2026-27 school year. This stipend position will lead the high school athletic program, plan practices, and mentor student-athletes while ensuring compliance with district and state rules.

Responsibilities include coordinating schedules, supervising coaches, tracking eligibility, and promoting sportsmanship and teamwork across programs.