Girls)

Ogden Community School District•Ogden, IA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Activities Director and Head Track and Field Coach, the Assistant Track and Field Coach supports the boys' and girls' track and field programs by assisting with all aspects of practices, meets, athlete development, and team management. The coach will help promote a positive, inclusive, and competitive environment that supports student-athletes' physical, mental, and academic growth.

Requirements

Valid Iowa Coaching Authorization or Coaching Endorsement required.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Knowledge of track and field techniques, rules, and safety procedures.
Understanding of athletic conditioning, injury prevention, and event-specific skill development.
Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Ability to build positive relationships with student-athletes, staff, and parents.
Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive team culture.
Ability to model and uphold the standards of sportsmanship and character expected of student-athletes.
Must be able to demonstrate and instruct physical activities and safely manage athletic environments.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in education, kinesiology, or related field preferred.
Prior coaching experience in track and field preferred.
Experience coaching throwing events strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists the Head Coach in planning, organizing, and conducting daily practices and conditioning sessions.
Coaches and develops student-athletes in assigned event areas (e.g., sprints, distance, jumps, throws, relays, etc.).
Supports athletes in goal setting, skill development, and maintaining academic eligibility.
Supervises student-athletes during practices, meets, travel, and other team-related activities to ensure safety and appropriate conduct.
Helps manage equipment, uniforms, and facility setup for practices and meets.
Contributes to lineup decisions and meet management as directed by the Head Coach.
Promotes teamwork, sportsmanship, and a positive team culture consistent with district values.
Communicates effectively with athletes, parents, coaching staff, and administration.
Upholds all school, district, conference, and state athletic policies and regulations.
Serves as a positive role model for student-athletes in behavior, attitude, and sportsmanship.
Performs other coaching or supervision duties as assigned by the Activities Director or Head Coach.
Assists with offseason conditioning or related athletic activities as appropriate.