Assistant Cheerleading Coach

University of New Hampshire; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

Keene State College is seeking an adjunct hourly staff member to support the cheerleading program in Keene, NH. The role involves coaching, operations, and recruitment responsibilities within the athletics department.

The position emphasizes safety, leadership, and player development while collaborating with campus partners. It offers an adjunct hourly schedule to support practices, games, and events.

Qualifications

• Communication: effectively communicates with student-athletes, coaches, officials, and staff while providing clear instruction, constructive feedback, and encouragement.
• Leadership and Teamwork: positive attitude, role model, builds trust, collaborates with head coach and colleagues to foster a supportive team environment.
• Organization and Dependability: professional, prepared, reliable, punctual, and able to manage multiple responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist head coach in planning and conducting practices, game-day performances, and competition preparation.
• Teach and develop cheerleading fundamentals including stunting, tumbling, jumps, motions, choreography, and sideline skills.
• Promote safety through proper technique, spotting, and adherence to safety standards.
• Foster a positive team culture emphasizing sportsmanship, academic success, and personal growth.

Skills

Communication

Leadership and Teamwork

Organization and Dependability

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Duties/Responsibilities

Coaching and Student-Athlete Development (33%)

• Assist the head coach in planning and conducting practices, game-day performances, and competition preparation.
• Teach and develop cheerleading fundamentals, including stunting, tumbling, jumps, motions, choreography, and sideline skills.
• Promote student-athlete safety by ensuring proper technique, spotting, and adherence to safety standards.
• Foster a positive team culture that emphasizes sportsmanship, leadership, academic success, and personal growth.

Program Operations and Administration (33%)

• Assist with organizing practices, travel, equipment, uniforms, and other operational needs of the program.
• Support game-day and event logistics, including performances at athletic contests and campus events.
• Help maintain inventory of equipment and communicate program needs to the head coach.
• Complete administrative tasks as assigned while complying with departmental procedures and institutional policies.

Recruitment, Collaboration, and Program Support (33%)

• Assist with the identification and recruitment of prospective student-athletes in accordance with institutional policies.
• Represent the cheerleading program and athletics department in a professional manner during campus and community events.
• Work collaboratively with athletics staff, campus partners, and other coaches to enhance the student-athlete experience.
• Support the overall mission and goals of the athletics department while adhering to institutional, conference, and applicable governing body rules and regulations.

Requirements

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

• High School diploma

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Communication – Effectively communicates with student-athletes, coaches, officials, and athletic department staff while providing clear instruction, constructive feedback, and encouragement.
• Leadership and Teamwork – Demonstrates a positive attitude, serves as a role model, builds trust with student-athletes, and collaborates effectively with the head coach and colleagues to foster a supportive team environment.
• Organization and Dependability – Maintains a high level of professionalism by being prepared, reliable, punctual, and able to manage multiple responsibilities while supporting practices, events, and team operations.

Compensation Pay Range

$10 /hour

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

Keene State College is located in the scenic Monadnock region of Southwest New Hampshire and is an affiliate of the University System of New Hampshire. Located approximately 2 hours from Boston or Hartford CT, and 4 hours from New York City, the region contains many opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, cultural events, and a strong sense of community. To learn more about Keene State College, the University System of New Hampshire, and the Keene community, please visit: https://www.keene.edu, https://www.usnh.edu/, or https://www.ci.keene.nh.us.

Location

Keene

Salary Grade

Adjunct Hourly Staff 00