MS Head Boys Basketball Coach (Reinstatement) - Meredith

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

Job summary

Meredith Middle School in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a MS Head Boys Basketball Coach (Stipend) to support the athletic program. The role requires strong coaching and leadership, with duties including organizing practices, mentoring players, and ensuring compliance with athletic policies. The stipend for this position is $2,198.

The successful candidate will possess a valid Iowa coaching endorsement or authorization and have experience in coaching or leadership within school athletics.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Leads and manages the athletic program as head coach or assistant under head coach.
• Develops regular practice schedules and organizes practice time for individual and team development.
• Coaches players on rules, regulations, equipment and techniques of the sport.
• Ensures compliance with state, regional, and district regulations for athletics.
• Maintains eligibility forms, emergency data, insurance records, equipment inventory, and related records.

Skills

Coaching experience

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in education or related field

Job description

MS Head Boys Basketball Coach (Reinstatement) - Meredith

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Job Details

Job ID: 5973055
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jan 4, 2027

Job Description

TITLE

MSHead BoysBasketball Coach (Stipend)

POSITION TYPE

COCH

Stipend for this position

$2198

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS

Required

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

Desired

• Bachelor's Degree in education, coaching or related field
• Knowledge of overal operations of an athletic program
• First Aid and CPR
• Knowledge of conference rules and regulations
• Commercial Drivers 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

• 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
• Ensures that appropriate rules and regulations regarding the conduct and eligibility of athletic activities and athletes are explained and followed.
• 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.
• Establishes and maintains written standards of student behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times.
• Conferences with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding the athletic performance of their student.
• Reports and secures approval from Director of Activities and School Equity for all adults associated with their sport
• Models sportsman-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials and spectators
• Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms
• Participates in special activities to include parents 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 development 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, climbing stairs

WORKING CONDITIONS

May beinside 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: 9/15/2025

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: $2,198 Stipend

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Idonis Curtis , HR Manager
• HUMAN RESOURCES
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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