Coaching Authorization

Coaching extracurricular activities in the state of Iowa, either paid or volunteer, requires a valid coaching authorization or endorsement through the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners (BOEE). The Coaching Authorization is for individuals coaching who do not possess a valid State of Iowa teaching license and coaching endorsement. Preservice educators who want to coach prior to obtaining a teaching license will need to obtain a coaching authorization. Preservice educators who have met the requirements for a coaching endorsement may add the endorsement area at the time of their application for initial teacher licensure.