Assistant Cheerleading Coach - ATHLETICS

John Marshall High School; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 1,000 - 1,100; Part time

Job summary

John Marshall High School in Richmond, Virginia is seeking an Assistant Cheerleading Coach for the athletics program. This temporary, non-exempt, part-time role supports the cheer program at John Marshall High School with immediate start.

The coach will lead practices, coordinate with the principal and Student Activities Director, and ensure compliance with VHSL and district policies while supervising students and equipment.

Qualifications

• Licensed teachers or VHSL-approved personnel required to coach or sponsor activities.
• Ability to develop and manage VHSL-sanctioned athletic activities.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coaches in the VHSL-sanctioned cheer program as appropriate.
• Plan and schedule regular practices in-season.
• Coach individuals to develop skills for excellence in the sport.
• Assist in selecting, assigning and evaluating assistant coaches.
• Collaborate with the Student Activities Director on uniforms and equipment purchases.
• Oversee maintenance, safety and cleanliness of uniforms, equipment and facilities.
• Adhere to VHSL policies and district regulations.
• Enforce discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times.
• Issue and collect school properties used for activities.
• Plan an annual recognition program for qualifying students.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish)

Job description

Assistant Cheerleading Coach - ATHLETICS

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Job Details

Job ID: 5858678
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 29, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title:

Assistant Cheerleading Coach

Terms of Employment:

Temporary

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Work Location:

John Marshall High School

Immediate Supervisor:

School Principal and Student Activities Director

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the coaching activities sanctioned by the Virginia High School League, as considered appropriate.

• Responsible for planning and scheduling a regular program of practice in season.

• Coaches individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport.

• Assists in the selection, assignment and evaluation of assistant coaches.

• Works in collaboration and cooperation with the student activities director and other personnel in recommending the purchase of uniforms, equipment and supplies.

• Oversees or helps oversee maintenance, safety and cleanliness of uniforms, equipment supplies and the facility or area to be used.

• Adheres to all VHSL policies and procedures as well as regulations imposed by the RPS division.

• Enforces discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times.

• Responsible for the issuing and collecting of all school properties used.

• Cooperatively plans for an annual recognition program for all qualifying participating students.

• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

• All coaches of inter-school and League activities shall be licensed teachers regularly employed by the School Board, or otherwise have special permission from the Superintendent's office and the Virginia High School League (VHSL) in order to coach or sponsor an activity.

• Must have demonstrated ability to develop and manage athletic activities sanctioned by VHSL.

• Bilingual skills to include Spanish are a plus.

EEO.

LENGTH OF CONTRACT: Non-term contract, serves from year to year based on the performance assessment and the recommendation of the Principal.

PAY SCALE: 0-5 years of experience $1,000 and 6+ years $1,100

START DATE:Based on School Board approval

Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: $1,000 to $1,100 Stipend