About this role
Cedar Falls Community School District is seeking dedicated, dynamic individuals to join our coaching staff. Athletic coaches are responsible for leading, mentoring, and developing student-athletes both on and off the field. This role focuses on promoting skill development, team unity, high standards of sportsmanship, and overall student well-being within a safe, encouraging, and competitive environment.
Key Responsibilities
Instruction & Team Leadership
- Possess and apply a sound, foundational knowledge of the sport(s) assigned, including strategy, technique, and rule interpretation.
- Motivate student-athletes and maintain an atmosphere conducive to enhancing school spirit, team morale, and individual growth and enjoyment.
- Instill and model a high degree of sportsmanship, ethical conduct, and respect among participating students.
- Properly prepare and implement a structured plan, including annual goals, for the conduct of practices and events.
Safety, Conduct & Supervision
- Properly supervise the safety, health, and conduct of participants at all times during practices, competitive events, and activity trips.
- Observe all student code-of-conduct provisions and assist in their consistent, constructive enforcement.
- Ensure discipline is maintained across all phases of team activities.
- Safeguard school district property, facilities, and equipment.
Administration & Communication
- Thoroughly communicate with building administration, student-athletes, and parents regarding activity expectations, practice schedules, and events.
- Keep the building administration and Athletic Director / Activities Coordinator well-informed regarding team progress and any issues requiring administrative assistance.
- Maintain all necessary administrative forms, physical exam records, rosters, inventory reports, and related records.
- Work cooperatively and harmoniously with fellow coaches, activities council personnel, and building staff members at all times.
- Carry out evaluation-related functions and perform other related administrative duties as appropriately assigned.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Licensure & Certification: Must hold a valid Coaching Authorization issued by the Iowa Department of Education.
- Board Approval: Must hold a valid coaching contract approved by the Cedar Falls Community School District Board of Education.
- Physical Examination: In instances of assignment as a non-teaching coach, a certificate of physical examination (if needed).
- Background Check and Drug Screening: Must successfully complete standard district background checks and drug screening.
- Experience (Preferred): Previous coaching or playing experience at the interscholastic or collegiate level, with demonstrated leadership and strong interpersonal communication skills.