HS Assistant Boys Wrestling Coach (Reinstatement)- Lincoln

Des Moines Public School District•Des Moines, IA

About The Position

The HS Assistant Boys Wrestling Coach instructs participants in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training needed to support individual and team success. The coach also helps student athletes develop pride of accomplishment, self-discipline, self-confidence, and sportsmanship. The role assists the Head Coach with aligning and implementing systems and skill development for the athletic program. The position is a part-time stipend role; the stated stipend is $4,667.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

First Aid and CPR.
Knowledge of conference rules and regulations.
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Responsibilities

Assist the Head Coach in operating the athletic program.
Coach and instruct players individually or in groups on sport rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques, 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 items as determined by the Head Coach.
Monitor team members’ academic performance to ensure they meet eligibility requirements, as determined by the Head Coach.
Model sportsmanlike behavior and maintain appropriate conduct toward players, officials, and spectators.
Participate in special activities, including parents’ night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
Follow and maintain knowledge of District policies and procedures.
Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
Attend staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.
Attend work promptly and regularly, maintain confidentiality, and maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Successfully pass required criminal background and child and adult abuse registry checks if offered the position; certain positions may also require fingerprinting, drug and alcohol testing, a physical capacity test, and/or a motor vehicle record check.