MS Assistant Girls Basketball Coach (Stipend) - Harding

HARDING MIDDLE; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Harding Middle School in Des Moines, Iowa is seeking an MS Assistant Girls Basketball Coach for a stipend position. You will assist the Head Coach in running practices, teaching fundamental skills, and helping players develop discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship while upholding district policies.

Responsibilities include supervising athletes, following regulations, coordinating with staff, maintaining eligibility records, and supporting event nights.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Coach in operating the athletic program
• Instruct players on rules, equipment and techniques as directed
• Follow district regulations and ensure proper supervision of athletes
• Participate in team meetings and encourage participation
• Maintain eligibility forms, emergency data, equipment inventory
• Monitor academic performance to meet eligibility requirements
• Model appropriate conduct toward players, officials and spectators
• Attend staff development, clinics and other professional activities

Skills

Communication skills

Coaching leadership

Public relations

Interpersonal skills

Job description

MS Assistant Girls Basketball Coach (Stipend) - Harding

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Job Details

• Starting Date: Oct 19, 2026

Job Description

TITLE: MS Assistant Girls Basketball Coach (Stipend)

POSTION TYPE: COCH

Stipend for this position: $1793

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:

Required:

1. Valid Iowa Coaching Endorsement or Coaching Authorization

2. Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

3. Coaching and/or leadership experience

Desired:

1. First Aid and CPR

2. Knowledge of conference rules and regulations

3. Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

BASIC FUNCTION:

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 moral values, 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:

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

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):

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

POSITION INVENTORY: Stipend

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

FT/PT: PT

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Standing, walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, telephone, computer

WORKING CONDITIONS: May be inside or outside depending on activity

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Approved By: Lillie Noland

Date:9/11/25

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.

Position Type: Part‑Time

Salary: $1,793 Stipend

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required