Assistant Cheer Team Coach-Spirit Squad

Shenandoah University; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Shenandoah University is seeking an Assistant Cheer Team Coach for a one-year contract position. The role involves assisting the Head Cheer Team Coach with coaching, recruitment, and team development. The ideal candidate will foster a positive and inclusive environment while managing various team activities and fundraising efforts.

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching cheerleading or similar sports.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coaching and player development for the Cheer Team.
• Manage fundraising efforts and coordinate team activities.
• Attend practices, performances, and team events.

Skills

Coaching

Recruitment

Player Development

Fundraising

Job description

The Shenandoah University Spirit Squad is searching for an Assistant Cheer Team Coach. This is a one-year contract stipend position that is located on our main campus in Winchester, VA.

This position reports to the Director of Spirit Squad and the Head Cheer Team Coach. The Assistant Cheer Team Coach will assist the Head Cheer Team Coach in all aspects of the Shenandoah University Spirit Squad’s Cheer Team. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, coaching, recruitment, player development, and fundraising efforts for the program.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Director of Spirit Squad, Head Cheer Team Coach, instructional staff, and student leadership to ensure that each student achieves success in a positive and constructive manner within a respectful and inclusive environment.
• Attendance at Cheer Camp, practices, team dinners, and performances.
• Assist the Head Cheer Team Coach in all aspects of game and practice preparations, including but not limited to retention efforts and instruction of fundamental techniques.
• Assist with coordinating team building/bonding activities.
• Assist the Head Cheer Team Coach with coordinating and leading Cheer Team Tryouts in fall and spring.
• Help maintain a physically safe practice environment and plan effective practices.
• Assist with managing fundraising efforts for the Cheer Team.
• Assist with managing equipment and communicate any needs for student success.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Spirit Squad and Head Cheer Team Coach.