MN Basketball MS Assistant (Temp Contract) - 8th Grade

Cedar Rapids Community School District; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Rapids Community School District is seeking an Athletics/Activities/Coaching role at Taft Middle School to support the head coach and student-athletes. You will assist in practice sessions, supervise activities, and contribute to program development to maintain safe, competitive athletics.

The ideal candidate holds a Coaching Endorsement or Iowa Coaching Authorization and works collaboratively with staff to ensure quality coaching and positive student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Coaching endorsement or Iowa coaching authorization required.
• Experience in Athletics/Activities coaching preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach with practices and game preparation.

Skills

Coaching Endorsement

Valid Iowa Coaching Authorization

Job description

Position Type

Athletics/Activities/Coaching

Date Posted

10/16/2026

Location

Taft Middle School

To assist the head coach.

The Cedar Rapids Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability. Federal law obligates an employer to provide reasonable accommodation(s) for the known disabilities of applicants, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship on the employer. If you or someone you know requires accommodation in the hiring process, contact the Executive Director of Human Resources, at 319-558-2747.

Qualification

Coaching Endorsement or Valid Iowa Coaching Authorization

Required Skill Sets

(One or more are required to qualify for this position.)

• Coaching Endorsement
• Valid Iowa Coaching Authorization

Hiring Manager

Jessiah Gilchrist

Contact Information

Steve Koepke
Athletic Coordinator
[e-mail]
319-558-2243