MS Head Boys Wrestling Coach - East Feeder

Young World Physical Education; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 22,322 - 26,737; Part time

Job summary

The Des Moines Public Schools EAST HIGH in Des Moines, Iowa, is seeking an MS Head Athletic Coach (Stipend) to lead the wrestling program and mentor middle school athletes. The role supports the Head Coach with development and alignment of systems for team success.

Qualifications include Iowa coaching endorsement, strong communication, and coaching or leadership experience. The stipend for this position is $2198.

Qualifications

• Must hold Iowa coaching endorsement or coaching authorization.
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Coaching and leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the athletic program as head coach proxy.
• Develop regular practice schedules for individual and team development.
• Coach players on rules, equipment, and techniques.
• Follow district regulations and ensure athlete eligibility.
• Maintain records and supervise assistants.
• Schedule facilities for practices and competitions.
• Monitor academics to ensure eligibility requirements.
• Communicate with parents about athletic progress.
• Model sportsmanship and nondiscriminatory practices.
• Attend staff development and clinics.

Skills

Communication skills

Public relations

Interpersonal skills

Coaching leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or coaching

Job description

MS Head Boys Wrestling Coach - East Feeder

Des Moines Public School District EAST HIGH - DES MOINES, Iowa Open in Google Maps

Job Details

• Job ID: 5822406
• Application Deadline: Dec 11, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
• Posted: Jul 08, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

TITLE: MS Head Athletic Coach (Stipend)

POSITION TYPE: Coach

Stipend for this position: $2198

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:

• 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 overall operations of an athletic program
• 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:

• 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
• 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 the 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 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 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

DEPARTMENT: Athletics

REPORTS TO: Athletic Director

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

CALENDAR: Athletic Season

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

WORKING CONDITIONS: May be inside or outside depending on activity

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.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Brenda Boten , Human Resources Coordinator
• HUMAN RESOURCES
• Des Moines, Iowa 50309
• Email: [e-mail]