2025-2026 Head Cheer Coach

Kansas City Public Schools; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate and dedicated leader for their Sideline Cheer program. This role involves overseeing the entire athletic program, ensuring compliance with MSHSAA standards, and fostering team dynamics. The ideal candidate will be responsible for organizing practices, coordinating with coaches, and promoting student participation at various athletic events. If you are committed to student development and sportsmanship, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in the school community while pursuing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Teacher’s Certificate or equivalent.
• Knowledge of MSHSAA standards and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the Sideline Cheer program according to MSHSAA standards.
• Ensure student supervision during practices and contests.

Skills

Leadership

Team Coordination

Safety Management

Communication

Education

Teacher’s Certificate

Substitute Certificate

Temporary Teacher’s Certificate

Job description

PURPOSE OF JOB:

Provide leadership for the school’s entire athletic program through the ongoing development, implementation, and improvement of specific activities sponsored.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide leadership in team dynamics according to MSHSAA standards for the activity of Sideline Cheer;
2. Implement and enforce activity standards as outlined in the MSHSAA Handbook and attend all MSHSAA required sessions for sponsors;
3. Plan and administer Assistant Sponsor responsibilities;
4. Plan activities that support the school’s athletic teams;
5. Ensure Cheer/Dance Team participation in all Girls/Boys JV/Varsity home contests in basketball, football, and volleyball;
6. Make plans for the team to support soccer, baseball, track, cross country, and swim in either promotion or during contests or events;
7. Assist in the coordination of the program;
8. Be responsible for student supervision at practices and contests;
9. Coordinate with athletic team Head Coach for transportation and game management;
10. Take responsibility for the care of equipment and facilities, including inspecting all athletic equipment and facilities, verifying inventory, and submitting documentation to the Athletic Director;
11. Organize and schedule practice sessions regularly to develop student-participants’ potential;
12. Emphasize safety precautions and be knowledgeable about injury management procedures;
13. Conduct practices and contests ethically, exemplifying high standards of sportsmanship;
14. Ensure understanding and enforcement of building use regulations and hours;
15. Arrange for systematic return of all school equipment, maintain inventory, and hold students accountable for equipment not returned, following the KCMSD Athletic Department Handbook;
16. Maintain records of team and individual accomplishments and coordinate the issuance of letters and awards, submitting all information to the Athletic Director within two weeks after the season ends;
17. Collaborate with the site-based Athletic Director to support a solid program;
18. Pursue professional growth through clinics and publications;
19. Complete the MSHSAA Coaching Principles Course and First Aid Requirement;
20. Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Student-participants

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a Teacher’s Certificate, valid Substitute Certificate, or Temporary (provisional) Teacher’s Certificate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands include sitting, standing, walking, speaking, hearing, using hands and fingers, reaching, bending, stooping, lifting objects of at least fifteen (15) pounds, and visual requirements including mono and color vision. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Length of work year: 10 months