INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL DISTRICT
JOB DESCRIPTION
MIDDLE SCHOOL HEAD COACH
Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
Date Posted: 4/28/2026
Location: 250-Nowlin Middle School
Date Available: upcoming *********
Qualifications:
Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
CPR, AED, First Aid Certification and National Federation of High School Concussion
Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Determined at the time of hire
Reports to: Athletic Director, Building Principal, High School Head Coach
Job Goal: To build a successful and comprehensive extracurricular sports program.
Performance Responsibilities
High School Assistant Coach
Before and after the middle school season beings and ends, you are part of the high school coaching staff and expected to be present at all games and practices
Help develop and support an athletic program which embraces the alignment of youth athletic programs, middle school athletic programs and high school athletic programs
Comprehensive knowledge of the rules and fundamentals of the sport assigned to coach
Adhere to all policies and guidelines set forth by Athletic Handbook and MSHSAA rules and regulations




Maintain a conducive and safe environment at all times in order to promote the perks derived from wholesome athletic competition
Develop and maintain positive relations and team morale with students, parents, staff, community and media
Place a team on the field of competition and substitute players appropriately as a part of a well-organized plan
Attend professional development with guidance from the Athletic Director and High School Head Coach in order to support and participate in preparation during the off-season with coaching staff and potential athletes
Support head coach in maximizing off season and summer training and development opportunities
Promote academic achievement through high standards of academic performance
Maintain, issue and provide an accurate inventory of school equipment
To be active in building participation, conditioning and training through camps and individual contacts
Work under and adhere to ISD Board Policies and Regulations
Terms of Employment
The Middle School Head Coach will be a seasonal employee.
The salary and work year will be established annually by the Board of Education.
Evaluation
Performance of this job will be evaluated by the immediate supervisor, using the Head Coach Performance Based Evaluation.
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