26/27 Middle School Assistant Cheer Coach (Central Middle)

Usd; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 1,700 - 2,300; Part time

Job summary

Kansas City School District is seeking a Middle School Assistant Cheer Coach at Central Middle School in Kansas City, Missouri. The role is part-time for a 10-month school year, with a salary of $2,000 per year.

The position supports the athletic program under the Athletic Director, coordinating cheer activities, practices, and event coverage while ensuring safety and compliance with MSHSAA standards.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete the MSHSAA/NFHS Coaching Principles Course and Sports First Aid courses.
• Knowledge of particular sport (philosophy & coaching)

Responsibilities

• Support and demonstrate leadership in team dynamics aligned with MSHSAA standards for Sideline Cheer.
• Assist in implementing and enforcing activity standards outlined in the MSHSAA Handbook.
• Support planning and execution of Assistant Sponsor responsibilities.
• Plan and organize activities that support the school’s athletic teams.
• Ensure Cheer/Dance Team participation at all JV and Varsity home contests.
• Coordinate efforts for the team to support other athletic programs through promotions or organized cheer sections.
• Assist in the coordination and overall management of the cheer program.
• Support the Head Coach with student supervision during practices and contests.
• Collaborate with Head Coaches on transportation and game management logistics.
• Maintain inventory of equipment and facilities; submit documentation to the Athletic Director.
• Help organize and schedule regular practice sessions focused on development.
• Emphasize safety and stay informed on best practices for training and injury management.
• Model ethical behavior and uphold sportsmanship standards.
• Ensure building use policies are understood and followed.
• Oversee return of school equipment and maintain inventory records.
• Assist with records of team and individual achievements and report to Athletic Director.

Skills

Coaching knowledge

Sports leadership

Job description

26/27 Middle School Assistant Cheer Coach (Central Middle)

Kansas City School District - KCMO 3090 - Central Middle School - Kansas City, Missouri Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5909849

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 31, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Middle School Assistant Cheer Coach

Salary Grade: $2,000

Department: Athletics

Reports To: Athletic Director/ Building Principal

Position Summary:

Provide leadership for the school's athletic program through the continuous development, implementation, and enhancement of the sport(s) assigned, while promoting student-athlete growth, program excellence, and alignment with district goals and expectations.

What You'll Be Doing: (Responsibilities)

• Support and demonstrate leadership in team dynamics aligned with MSHSAA standards for Sideline Cheer.
• Assist in implementing and enforcing activity standards outlined in the MSHSAA Handbook, including attending all required sponsor sessions.
• Support planning and execution of Assistant Sponsor responsibilities.
• Plan and organize activities that support the school’s athletic teams.
• Ensure Cheer/Dance Team participation at all Girls and Boys JV and Varsity home contests (basketball, football, and volleyball).
• Coordinate efforts for the team to support other athletic programs (soccer, baseball, track, cross country, and swim) through promotions or organized cheer sections.
• Assist in the coordination and overall management of the cheer program.
• Support the Head Coach with student supervision during practices and contests.
• Collaborate with Head Coaches on transportation and game management logistics.
• Maintain responsibility for the care, inspection, and inventory of all equipment and facilities; submit required documentation to the Athletic Director.
• Help organize and schedule regular practice sessions focused on maximizing student-athlete development.
• Emphasize safety and remain informed on best practices for training and injury management.
• Model ethical behavior and uphold the highest standards of sportsmanship at all times.
• Ensure building use policies and schedules are understood and followed.
• Oversee the return of all school equipment, maintain accurate inventory records, and hold student participants accountable per the KCMSD Athletic Department Handbook.
• Assist with maintaining records of team and individual achievements and support the distribution of awards; submit all required information to the Athletic Director within two weeks of season completion.
• Collaborate with the site-based Athletic Director to ensure a strong and successful program.
• Participate in ongoing professional development through clinics and relevant publications.
• Complete required MSHSAA Coaching Principles Course and First Aid certification.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Student-participants

To Be Successful at This Job, You'll Need To: (Minimum Qualifications)

• Knowledge of particular sport (philosophy & coaching)
• Must successfully complete the MSHSAA/NFHS Coaching Principles Course and Sports First Aid courses.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job requires that the employee be able to: sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands, fingers, reach with hands and fingers; bend, stoop, lift objects of at least fifteen (15) pounds; visual ability requires mono and color vision.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Length of work year: 10 months

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $2,000 to $2,000 Per Year

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Donita Acklin , Athletic Financial Analysis
• 0580 - Athletics Activities
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]