2026-2027 Cheer Coach

Elkhorn Elementary; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Elkhorn Elementary in Frankfort, Kentucky seeks a Head Coach for the Athletics program. This part-time role reports to the Principal and Athletic Director and involves coaching responsibilities, practice organization, and student mentorship on multiple sports.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, 64 college hours, and at least one year coaching experience in a school setting. CPR/AED and background checks are required. Employment follows the district salary schedule and policies.

Qualifications

• Any combination equivalent to a high school diploma or GED, plus 64 semester hours and one year coaching experience.
• CPR/AED certification and training per board policy.
• Clear criminal records check and compliance with KHSAA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Promote sports in the schools and community.
• Plan the assigned athletic program.
• Organize and supervise practices.
• Teach fundamental skills, team play, and game rules.
• Model sportsmanship and self-control.
• Check eligibility and insurance coverage for participants.
• Provide guidance and support to student athletes.
• Conduct learning experiences with small groups of athletes.
• Recommend equipment and uniforms for safety and welfare of athletes.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Fundamentals of sports

Health and safety regulations

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

64 semester hours from accredited college/university

One year coaching experience in a school program

Job description

2026-2027 Cheer Coach

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This job is also posted in Franklin County Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5923996

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 11, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Franklin County Schools

652 Chamberlin Avenue

Frankfort, KY 40601

[phone]

JOB TITLE

Head Coach

REPORTS TO

Principal, Athletic Director

SALARY SCHEDULE/GRADE

Athletics/Extra Duties Salary Schedule

CONTRACTED DAYS AND/OR HOURS

EXEMPT STATUS

Non Exempt

JOB CLASS CODE

7347

POSITION CLASSIFICATION

Classified

DATE APPROVED

June 12, 2023

BASIC FUNCTION

Coach in various secondary school interscholastic athletic programs.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Promote sports in the schools and community.
• Plan the assigned athletic program.
• Organize and supervise practices.
• Teach individual fundamental skills, team play, team strategy and rules and regulations of the game.
• Teach good sportsmanship and self-control.
• Check eligibility of participants, including insurance coverage and parent consent.
• Provide students a proper role model, emotional support, patience, a friendly attitude and general guidance.
• Conduct learning experiences, with small groups of student athletes.
• Recommend the purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms as appropriate for the health, safety and welfare of student athletes.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Fundamentals of various sports.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

ABILITY TO:

• Assist coaches on one or more sports.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: a high school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate, a minimum of 64 semester hours from an accredited college or university and one year of experience coaching in a school athletic program.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Successful completion of any and all required training per board policy; including but limited: physical and emotional development of students, school’s discipline policies, procedures for dealing with discipline problems and safety and first aid training(CPR/AED certification), a clear criminal records check and follows all KHSAA guidelines and regulations.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of board policy for classified personnel.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Andy Bradley , Principal
• Elkhorn Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]