Coach - Cross - Assistant HS Boys

Coach
- Cross Country
- Assistant HS Boys

Indianola Community School District, Indianola High School – Indianola, Iowa

• Job : 5744296
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: May 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

SUMMARY: Position is responsible for coaching student‑athletes in game strategies and techniques, preparing them for competition and providing the best possible education for each student‑athlete. The role motivates student‑athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential duties performed on site. Other duties may be assigned.

• Tends to be thorough knowledge of all athletic policies approved by the ICSD School Board and responsible for implementation.
• Understands the proper administrative chain of command and refers all student/parent requests or grievances through the proper channels.
• Maintains discipline and works to increase morale and cooperation within the school sports program.
• Assists the head coach with instructing players in the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
• Assesses player skills, monitors players during competition and practice, and keeps the head coach informed of athletic performance.
• Works within the basic framework and philosophy of the head coach to assist with determining game strategy.
• Assists the head coach with supervising athletes during practices and competition.
• Attends all staff meetings and carries out scouting assignments as outlined by the head coach.
• Models sport‑like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
• Arrives before practice, contests, and meetings to prepare and remains long enough afterward to help players or participate in staff discussions.
• Helps plan and implement both in‑season and out‑of‑season conditioning and weight programs; attendance should be consistent.
• Never leaves practices, games or any other contest where a student’s attendance is requested until the last student has left.
• Maintains good public relations with the media, Booster Club, and volunteers.
• Performs other duties consistent with the nature of the position and that may be requested by the head coach.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises students during all school‑related activities and teacher associates and volunteers as appropriate.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Skills: Model and demonstrate activities and equipment used to develop basic skills or physical condition.
• Knowledge: Know and apply sport rules and strategies; understand developmental stages and team/players; assist in teaching fundamental philosophy for activity or sport.
• Ability: Develop drill and practice activities that teach and enhance individual and team skill; plan and enforce safety and health rules; supervision plan to ensure student safety at all times. Specific competencies include establishing constructive relationships; adapting to changing priorities; communicating professionally; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting tact and patience; and working flexible hours.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Physical demands include occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, stretching, walking. Generally 5% sitting, 20% walking, 75% standing. Exposure to blood, bodily fluids; performed under minimal temperature variations and hazard‑free environment.

EXPERIENCE: Previous coaching experience in assigned sport preferred.

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree desired.

REQUIRED TESTING: None specified.

CERTIFICATIONS: Current coaching authorization through the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners.

CONTINUING EDUCATION/TRAINING: Maintain required teaching certification.

CLEARANCES: Criminal Fingerprint/Background Check.

FLSA Status: Exempt.

Salary Grade: Certified Salary Schedule.

Position Type: Coaching/Activities

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities >
Coaching

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• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Ryan Sweeney, Activities Director
• Indianola High School
• Phone:  x2004
• Email: ryan.sweeney.ia.us