MS Assistant Track Coach (Stipend) - Hiatt

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

Job summary

Hiatt Middle School in Des Moines, IA is seeking a MS Assistant Boys Track Coach (Stipend). This part-time position supports the Head Coach in developing student athletes and promoting sportsmanship.

The role requires an Iowa coaching endorsement, strong communication, and coaching experience; duties include supervising players, teaching skills, and ensuring compliance with district policies.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach in the operation of the athletic program.
• Coaches and instructs players regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport as determined by the head coach.
• Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program.
• Provides proper supervision of athletes at all times.
• Maintains eligibility forms, emergency data cards, equipment inventory, and other related duties as determined by the Head Coach.
• Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met as determined by the Head Coach.
• Attends staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.

Skills

Coaching endorsement

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Job description

MS Assistant Track Coach (Stipend) - Hiatt

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Job Details

Job ID: 5931526

Application Deadline: Sep 27, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 17, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Mar 1, 2027

Job Description

TITLE: MS Assistant Boys Track Coach (Stipend)

POSTION TYPE: COCH

Stipendfor this position: $1793

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:

Required

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

Desired

• First Aid and CPR
• Knowledge of conference rules and regulations
• 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:

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

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.

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 anyother job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Approved By: Lillie Noland

Date: 12/05/2025

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

Contact Information

• Idonis Curtis , HR Manager
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