Assistant Cheer Coach

West High School; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 38,573,000; Part time

Job summary

West High School in Iowa City is seeking an Assistant Cheer Coach to support the athletic program and student athletes. You will assist in coaching, mentor junior high and high school students, and ensure compliance with district policies.

The role requires Iowa Coaching Certification, coaching experience, and the ability to work with youth in a school setting. This part-time position offers opportunities to contribute to a championship program and to support student wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Must hold Iowa Coaching Certification.
• Coaching experience at junior high and/or high school level.
• Experience working with junior high and/or high school youth and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain thorough knowledge of athletic policies approved by the district.
• Develop positive relationships with players, coaches, parents and fans.
• Demonstrate enthusiastic attitude and ability to relate to high school athletes.
• Assist in monitoring student-athlete academic records within eligibility rules.
• Provide adequate supervision before, during, and after practices and competitions.
• Support health and wellbeing of student athletes and perform assigned duties.

Skills

Coaching experience

Experience working with youth

Education

Iowa Coaching Certification

Job description

Assistant Cheer Coach

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Job Details

Job ID: 5899202
Application Deadline: Sep 07, 2026 4:30 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 24, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Iowa City Community School District

Athletic Coach

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Iowa Coaching Certification
• Coaching experience
• Experience working with junior high and/or high school youth
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the District may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO: Athletic Director

JOB GOALS: To provide skills that will engage all levels of athletes and promote physical activity in order to enhance student learning, promote the overall efficiency of the school system, and maximize the educational opportunities available to each child.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Has a thorough knowledge of all the athletic policies approved by the Iowa City Board of Education
• Must work to form a positive professional relationship with players, coaches, parents and fans.
• Must possess an enthusiastic attitude and ability to understand intermediate and high school students in an athletic setting.
• Will assist in monitoring academic records of student/athletes while following district/state eligibility rules .
• Must provide adequate supervision before, during, and after all practices and competition.
• Develop athletes to their fullest potential, starting with teaching basic fundamentals of the sport and progressing to skills beyond what is considered average.
• Willing to work cooperatively with other programs.
• Willing to work in the summer, on weekends, and at other allowable times in order to maintain a championship program.
• Willingness to perform additional duties as requested by administration.
• Supporting the health and wellbeing of student athletes.
• Must maintain active CPR certification
• Other duties as assigned

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Contract days determined by the season of the sport. Salary and calendar year to be established by the Board of Education.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the District’s policy on Evaluation, State Statute, and any applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• BJ Mayer , Athletic Director
• West High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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