HS Wild Card Activity - Lincoln

Young World Physical Education; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 1,000 - 2,000; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a candidate for the HS Wild Card Activity position in Des Moines, Iowa. The successful applicant will sponsor student activities, developing schedules and organizing practices, ensuring proper supervision and behavior standards are maintained.

This role involves leading a specific activity and may also require knowledge of district policies. A college degree is desired, and knowledge of the wild card activity is essential. Strong coaching and organizational skills will be essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Understanding of youth activities and events.
• Ability to manage and lead students effectively.
• Knowledge of district policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the student activity.
• Develop schedules and organize practices.
• Coach and instruct students in the activity.
• Supervise students and maintain behavior standards.

Skills

Knowledge of the wild card activity

Coaching skills

Organizational skills

Education

College degree

Job description

HS Wild Card Activity - Lincoln

Des Moines Public School District LINCOLN HIGH - DES MOINES, Iowa

Job Details

Job ID: 5744936

Application Deadline: Apr 01, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: May 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

TITLE: HS Wild Card Activity Stipend

POSITION TYPE: Wild Card Activity

STIPEND AMOUNT: $2401.00 (1.0 FTE) or $1200.50 (0.5 FTE)

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:

• Required: Knowledge of the wild card activity.
• Desired: College degree.

BASIC FUNCTION: This position is responsible for sponsoring the student activity. Activities vary by building.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Serves as the leader and manager for the activity.
• Develops a regular schedule and organizes practice time.
• Coaches and instructs students in the activity.
• Establishes and maintains written standards of student behavior and provides proper supervision at all times.
• Maintains emergency data cards and related records.
• Reports and secures approval from Director of Activities and School Equity for all adults associated with their activity.
• Follows and maintains knowledge of all district policies and procedures.

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: Activities

REPORTS TO: Activities Director

WORKING CONDITIONS: Inside or outside, depending on activity

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Lillie Noland, HR Executive Assistant
• HUMAN RESOURCES
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

EEO Statement

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, 901 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50309; 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.