Assistant Cheer Coach

Grundy/Kendall HR Consortium; Little Rock Township (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Plano Community Unit School District 88 in Plano is seeking an Assistant Cheer Coach for the 2026-2027 school year. You will assist the Head Coach in organizing practices, coordinating staff, and supporting student athletes to build a strong program.

You will work with administration on academic plans, oversee equipment and bus trips, and participate in events. This role requires PEL or certified coach status and ASEP or substitute certification to ensure eligibility and compliance with IHSA

Qualifications

• PEL certification or certified coach required.
• ASEP certification and/or substitute certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Coach in developing a well-organized practice schedule that utilizes their staff at all levels.
• Assist/Support the Head Coach in developing a well-defined academic plan for all students to increase academic performance.
• Cooperate with the athletic and school administration to provide a quality Athletic experience for all athletes.
• Maximize practice time for both individual and team development.
• Provide proper supervision and administration of locker room, training room, and bus trips.
• Assist the Head Coach in summer/offseason program to develop skills and strength.
• Assist the Head Coach in maintaining communication with feeder coaches, programs, parents, athletes, and the bus barn both within and outside the season.

Skills

PEL

ASEP certification

Job description

Assistant Cheer Coach at Plano Middle School for the 2026-2027 School Year

District

Plano Community Unit School District 88

General Description of Position

• Assist/Support the Head Coach in developing a well-organized practice schedule that utilizes their staff at all levels
• Assist/Support the Head Coach in developing a well-defined academic plan for all students to increase academic performance
• Cooperate with the athletic and school administration to provide a quality Athletic experience for all athletes
• Maximize practice time for both individual and team development
• Provide proper supervision and administration of locker room, training room, and bus trips
• Assist the Head Coach in summer/offseason program to develop skills and strength
• Assist the Head Coach in maintaining the program and is timely with appropriate management and paperwork requirements for eligibility, registration, match scores, records, etc.
• Participate in planning and preparations for banquets and other team events to recognize athletes for their accomplishments
• Be concerned about the care of equipment, including issuance, collection, inventory, and storage
• Communicate with administration about athletic equipment requests, budget needs, unusual events, etc.
• Follow proper district procedure for the purchase of equipment and operate within the budget
• Attend all-conference meetings as needed and stay in compliance with IHSA requests
• Assist/Support the Head Coach in maintaining communication with feeder coaches, programs, parents, athletes, and the bus barn both within and outside the season.

Qualifications

PEL or certified coach, ASEP certification and/or substitute certification required

District Mission Statement

The Mission of Plano School District is to empower and inspire our diverse student body to achieve academic excellence, experience personal growth, and make positive contributions to society.

District Vision Statement

• Students – Our students will think critically, persevere, and contribute productively to society.
• Families & Community – Our family and community members are partners in the educational process and will support the fundamental Mission of the District.
• Educators – Our educators have unwavering high expectations, believe in students, demonstrate a growth mindset, and foster a collaborative environment.