MS Assistant Volleyball Coach - Meredith

Young World Physical Education; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 2,000 - 3,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is looking for an MS Assistant Volleyball Coach for the Des Moines Public School District. This is a full-time position focused on coaching and developing student athletes in volleyball. The ideal candidate must hold a valid Iowa Coaching Endorsement and possess strong communication and leadership skills. Responsibilities include instructing players, assisting the Head Coach, and ensuring compliance with rules and regulations. A stipend of $1793 is offered, with an application deadline of October 9, 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching volleyball or similar sports.
• Knowledge of conference rules and regulations.
• First Aid and CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach in the operation of the athletic program.
• Coaches and instructs players regarding the rules, equipment, and techniques.
• Follows state regulations governing the athletic program.

Skills

Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Coaching and/or leadership experience

Education

Valid Iowa Coaching Endorsement or Coaching Authorization

Job description

MS Assistant Volleyball Coach - Meredith

Des Moines Public School District, MEREDITH MIDDLE - Des Moines, Iowa. Open in Google Maps.

Job Details

Job ID: 5693585
Application Deadline: Oct 09, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: May 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

TITLE: MS Assistant Volleyball Coach (Stipend)

POSITION TYPE: Coach

Stipend for 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 formulation 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.

Department: Athletics

Reports To: Athletic Director and Head Coach

Highest Level Supervised: N/A

FLSA Status: Exempt

Calendar: Athletic Season

Physical Requirements: Standing, walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, telephone, computer

Working Conditions: May be indoors 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]

Equal Opportunity 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.

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.

Approved By:

Lillie Noland

Date: 5/5/2026

Position Type: Full-Time