Cheerleading Coach

Job Title: Cheer Coach

Job Summary:
The Cheer Coach is responsible for leading instructing and supervising the cheer team in a manner that promotes school spirit teamwork sportsmanship and safety. The Cheer Coach plans and conducts practices develops routines prepares the squad for games and events and serves as a positive role model for student-athletes. This position supports the overall mission of the school by fostering leadership discipline and pride among team members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan organize and conduct cheer practices
• Teach cheer techniques motions jumps chants stunts and routines appropriate for the skill level of the team
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants during practices games performances and other team activities
• Supervise student-athletes at practices athletic events competitions camps and school functions
• Promote teamwork discipline good sportsmanship and positive representation of the school
• Coordinate cheers sidelines halftime performances pep rallies and special appearances
• Develop performance routines and prepare the team for events and competitions if applicable
• Work with school administration and athletic staff to ensure compliance with school district and athletic association rules and expectations
• Maintain accurate records forms rosters and any required eligibility or participation documents
• Communicate effectively with students parents administration and other staff
• Monitor student conduct and academic expectations in accordance with school guidelines
• Assist with uniform distribution inventory fundraising scheduling and other program needs as assigned
• Attend required meetings trainings and professional development sessions
• Encourage inclusivity leadership development and personal growth among team members

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required; associates or bachelors degree preferred
• Previous cheerleading coaching dance gymnastics or related experience preferred
• Knowledge of cheer fundamentals sideline engagement and stunt safety
• Strong leadership communication and organizational skills
• Ability to supervise students and maintain appropriate discipline
• Ability to work evenings weekends and flexible hours based on practice and event schedules
• Current CPR/First Aid certification preferred or ability to obtain
• Completion of required background check and any district-required trainings

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand walk bend reach and demonstrate physical activities for extended periods
• Ability to lift spot and assist students safely during practice and performance activities as appropriate
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions

Working Conditions:

• School gymnasiums athletic fields auditoriums and other school event locations
• Frequent evening and weekend responsibilities during sports seasons and special events