HS Assistant Football Coach (Stipend) - East

HS Assistant Football Coach (Stipend) - East TITLE: HS Assistant Athletic Coach (Stipend) POSITION TYPE: Coach Stipend for this position: $4836 Job Summary To instruct participants in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training necessary to realize a high degree of individual and team success. The student athlete will receive instruction that will lead to the formulation and internalization of pride of accomplishment, self‑discipline, self‑confidence, and sportsmanship. Assist the Head Coach in aligning and implementing systems and skill development for the athletic program. Minimum Qualifications Valid Iowa Coaching Endorsement or Coaching Authorization Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills Coaching and/or leadership experience Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities First Aid and CPR Knowledge of conference rules and regulations Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) 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. Follow state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program. Provide proper supervision of athletes at all times. Participate in organizational meetings for team prospects and encourage potential athletes to join the sport. Maintain eligibility forms, emergency data cards, equipment inventory, and other related duties as determined by the Head Coach. Monitor the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met as determined by the Head Coach. Model sports‑like behavior and maintain appropriate conduct toward players, officials, and spectators. Participate in special activities to include parent’s night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies. Follow and maintain knowledge of all District policies and procedures. Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities. Attend 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. Reports To: Athletic Director and Head Coach Department: Athletics FLSA Status: Exempt Calendar: Athletic Season Physical Requirements: Standing, walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying Working Conditions: May be inside or outside depending on activity Legal and 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. If you have questions, concerns or a complaint related to this policy, please contact Carol Wynn‑Green, 2100 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA 50321; phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io; email: View email address on click.appcast.io. 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education