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Young World Physical Education; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is looking for a full-time POM POM ASSISTANT COACH at Davenport Community Schools. Responsibilities include teaching sports fundamentals, motivating student-athletes, and supervising practices and games. The ideal candidate must hold a valid Iowa Coaching Authorization or Teaching License with Coaching Endorsement. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, and a proven record with diverse students is desired. Join us to help enhance our athletics program at Central High School.

Qualifications

• Proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students.
• Desire to improve the overall sports program.
• Ability to motivate student-athletes academically and athletically.

Responsibilities

• Teach and coach young people in fundamentals and techniques.
• Provide supervision before, during, and after practices/games.
• Support and promote participation in other school programs.

Skills

Coaching fundamentals

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to motivate

Supervision

Education

Iowa Coaching Authorization or Iowa Teaching License with Coaching Endorsement

Job description

POM POM ASSISTANT COACH - The District reserves the right to split this position between two qualified candidates.

Davenport Community Schools West High School - Davenport, Iowa

Job Details

Job ID: 5694038

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 06, 2026 2:06 AM (UTC)

Job Description

The Davenport Community School District is an EEO/AA employer.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Sport Duties

• Must demonstrate the ability to teach and coach young people in the fundamentals and techniques.
• Must demonstrate the appropriate competitive drive to develop and maintain a strong program.
• Must demonstrate desire to constantly improve the program and overall sports program at Central High School.
• Must demonstrate ability to motivate student-athletes to be the best they can be on the court and in the classroom.
• Must demonstrate ability to communicate with all stakeholders including but not limited to administration, staff, students and booster club.
• Support the strength and conditioning coordinator to ensure proper conditioning and weight training for our student athletes.
• Must provide adequate supervision before, during and after practices/games.

School Duties

• Must lead by example demonstrating high character and solid moral background.
• Must promote other programs at Central High School and encourage participation in other activities.
• Must work with Athletic Boosters in working concession stands throughout the year, and willing to attend one meeting per academic year.
• Must be willing to support and implement Davenport's multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) for both behavior and academics.
• Good attendance and punctuality are a must to ensure that the duties and responsibilities of the job are performed successfully.
• Successful candidate must possess strong inter‑personal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each child reaches his/her full potential.
• Any duties as assigned by head coach and administration.

Physical Requirements

• Sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carry out routine duties.
• Must be able to occasionally lift, move, or push items of 50 lbs. such as assisting children or moving/rearranging furniture.
• Must be able to supervise students in all types of weather.
• Meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
• Must be able to implement Crisis Prevention Intervention strategies, including appropriate physical restraint procedures and escorting.

Work Environment

• Noise level is quiet to loud.
• Work may be indoors and/or outdoors.
• Work may be in non-air-conditioned rooms.
• Substance-free environment.
• Fast-paced atmosphere with constant contact with students, staff, or the public.
• Direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of students.

Special Qualification Desired

• Must hold a valid Iowa Coaching Authorization or Iowa Teaching License with Coaching Endorsement.
• Experience with competition/success at the state level is desired.
• Complete online application including a resume and 3 letters of reference.
• Successful Candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each child reaches his/her full potential.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Equal Opportunity Employer

All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.

Contact Information

• Nicole Stroupe
• 1702 N. Main St
• Davenport, Iowa 52803
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]