Job Summary:
Vance County High School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Junior Varsity (JV) Cheerleading Coach to lead and develop our student-athletes in cheerleading. The coach will be responsible for organizing practices teaching cheer routines fostering teamwork and promoting school spirit while ensuring the safety and well-being of the cheer team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and lead structured practices focusing on cheer techniques stunts and routines.
- Develop a positive and inclusive team culture that emphasizes sportsmanship discipline and school spirit.
- Supervise and ensure the safety of all athletes during practices games and events.
- Work closely with the Varsity Cheer Coach to align program goals and routines.
- Coordinate team participation at athletic events pep rallies and school functions.
- Teach proper cheerleading techniques including jumps stunts and choreography while enforcing safety guidelines.
- Monitor academic progress and eligibility of student-athletes in compliance with school and state regulations.
- Maintain effective communication with athletes parents administration and the athletic department.
- Organize fundraising community service projects and team-building activities as needed.
- Ensure all cheerleaders adhere to the schools code of conduct attendance policies and athletic requirements.
Qualifications:
- Prior cheerleading coaching experience preferred (high school or middle school level).
- Strong knowledge of cheerleading techniques safety protocols and competition preparation.
- Ability to inspire motivate and develop student-athletes both athletically and academically.
- Excellent communication leadership and organizational skills.
- Must pass a background check and meet all district coaching requirements.
- CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in choreographing routines and competition preparation.
- Knowledge of North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) regulations.
- Previous experience working with high school students in an athletic or extracurricular setting.
DISCLAIMER
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of
work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be
interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications
required of employees to this job.
Required Experience:
Junior IC