Lead MS Boys Track Coach (Stipend)

HIATT MIDDLE; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Hiatt Middle in Des Moines, Iowa, is seeking a MS Head Boys Track Coach (Stipend) to join the school’s athletics program. This part-time role supports the head coach, coordinating practices and developing student-athletes in track and field, with emphasis on sportsmanship and program success.

The position requires an Iowa coaching endorsement or authorization, along with coaching or leadership experience; a Bachelor’s degree in education or related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid Iowa Coaching Endorsement or Coaching Authorization
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
• Coaching and/or leadership experience
• Bachelor's Degree in education, coaching or related field
• Knowledge of overall operations of an athletic program
• First Aid and CPR
• Knowledge of conference rules and regulations
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Responsibilities

• Serves as the leader and manager for the athletic program
• Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development
• Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport
• Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program
• Establishes and maintains written standards of student behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times
• Assigns duties to all assistant coaches under his/her jurisdiction
• Maintains eligibility forms, emergency data cards, insurance records, equipment inventory, and other related records
• Works with the Director of Activities and School Equity in scheduling facilities for practices and competition
• Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met
• Conferences with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding the athletic performance of their student
• Models sportsman-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials and spectators
• Attends staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional development activities to improve coaching performance.

Skills

Coaching experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in education, coaching or related field

Job description

Hiatt Middle in Des Moines, Iowa, is seeking a MS Head Boys Track Coach (Stipend) to join the school’s athletics program. This part-time role supports the head coach, coordinating practices and developing student-athletes in track and field, with emphasis on sportsmanship and program success.

The position requires an Iowa coaching endorsement or authorization, along with coaching or leadership experience; a Bachelor’s degree in education or related field is preferred.