Assistant Cheerleading Coach - ATHLETICS

Richmond Public Schools; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Job summary

Richmond Public Schools is seeking an Assistant Cheerleading Coach at Richmond High School for the Arts in Richmond, VA. This temporary, part-time role is available immediately and reports to the School Principal and Student Activities Director.

The coach will work within VHSL guidelines, plan regular practices, and develop athletes while collaborating with staff on uniforms, equipment, and safety. Spanish bilingual ability is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed teachers regularly employed by the School Board, or otherwise have special permission from the Superintendent's office and VHSL to coach.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage athletic activities sanctioned by VHSL.
• Bilingual skills to include Spanish are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coaches the regular program of practice in season.
• Plans and schedules practices and coaches participants for excellence.
• Assists in the selection, assignment and evaluation of assistant coaches.
• Ensures maintenance, safety and cleanliness of uniforms, equipment and facilities used.
• Enforces VHSL policies and school regulations and sportsmanship.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

VHSL coach eligibility

Spanish bilingual

Job description

Assistant Cheerleading Coach - ATHLETICS

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Job Details

Job ID: 5874286
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 05, 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:

Richmond High School for the Arts

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.

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

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