Middle School Volleyball Coach

June 5, 2026

Posting Type: Public Contract Start Date: 2026-2027 School Year  

Decorah Middle School is seeking a 7th-grade volleyball coach for the 2026-2027 season.

Schedule B Placement: Level E (Step 1 = $2,153 on the 2025-26 Supplemental Salary Schedule)

Job Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of volleyball and coaching principles to promote a sound 7th grade volleyball program with an emphasis on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship. 
• Valid Iowa Coach Endorsement and/or Authorization as established by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners.

Reports To:

• Middle School Activities Director

Essential Job Functions:

• Adhere to and promote coaching standards established by the Decorah Middle School Activities Department, including all regulations set forth by the Iowa High School Athletic Association.
• Provide leadership and instruction to players on all aspects of managing the 7th grade volleyball program.
• Enforce appropriate rules and regulations for the supervision of the 7th grade volleyball team.
• Manage communication with athletes and parents involved in the 7th grade volleyball program.
• Develop practice schedules that meet the needs of 7th grade players in coordination with available facilities.
• Possess basic knowledge of lineup development for games.
• Maintain equipment and supplies needed for the 7th grade volleyball program.
• Instruct coaching staff and players on proper equipment use and care.
• Provide supervision of students using facilities on and off-campus.
• Maintain records for team members at the start of the season and prepare end-of-season reports for the activities department.
• Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by Middle School Activities Director and/or Principal.

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

A letter of interest and resume may be submitted to Jake Nimrod

jake.nimrod@decorah.school

Decorah Community School District 

1732 Old Stage Road, Decorah, IA 52101

or apply online through Teach Iowa