Assistant Cheerleading Coach-DCMS

Young World Physical Education; West Union (WV); On-site; USD 2,000 - 3,000; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in West Union, West Virginia, is looking for an Assistant Cheerleading Coach. The role involves developing and managing the cheerleading program, ensuring positive student relations, and adhering to WVSSAC regulations.

The ideal candidate should possess a teaching certification or coaching authorization and have effective communication skills. A salary of $2,000 is offered per contract. Position to begin the 2026-2027 school year.

Qualifications

• The candidate must be certified as a teacher or hold a coaching authorization.
• Strong knowledge of cheerleading duties and responsibilities.
• Good evaluations and/or recommendations from past employers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the cheerleading program as directed by the head coach.
• Foster a positive environment for learning and sportsmanship.
• Maintain records and promote good public relations.

Skills

Teaching certification or coaching authorization

Knowledge of cheerleading

Effective communication

Cooperation with students and staff

Education

Certification by the West Virginia Board of Education

Job description

Doddridge County Schools (WV) – Doddridge County Middle School – West Union, West Virginia.

Assistant Cheerleading Coach – DCMS

Job Details

Job ID: 5753231

Application Deadline: Jun 26, 2026 4:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jun 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

ASSISTANT COACH QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Certified as a teacher by the West Virginia Board of Education or holds a coaching authorization issued through the West Virginia Office of Certification, Licensure and Professional Preparation and by the State Superintendent of Schools.
• Exhibit knowledge of the assigned sport, as well as of the duties and responsibilities of an assistant coach and the ability to perform these duties.
• Specialized training in the area of the assigned.
• Good evaluations and/or recommendations from professional associates, employers.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, school personnel, and parents.
• Ability to work cooperatively with students, staff, parents and community.

REPORTS TO: Athletic Director and/or Principal

RESPONSIBILITIES: The assistant cheerleading coach shall adhere to the principles and philosophy of the middle school interscholastic athletic program and apply all applicable rules and regulations of WVSSAC.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, implement, and manage the athletic program as directed by the head coach.
• Foster a climate conducive to learning and good sportsmanship.
• Establish and maintain proper record keeping systems as directed by the head coach.
• Provide good leadership in academic and extracurricular programs.
• Promote and maintain positive student, coach, administrator, parent, and community relations.
• Follow the rules, regulations, and timelines scheduled for the sport as outlined by the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission, principal, and/or head coach.
• Practice positive public relations by communicating with parents, students, and the educational community.
• Maintain professional work habits.
• Continually upgrade coaching skills.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned by the head coach, athletic director, assistant principal, or principal.
• Responsible for students, facility, and equipment.
• Manage budget.
• Follow purchasing procedures.
• Implement fundamental sports skills and sports management systems.
• Organize strategies for teaching sports skills and sports management systems.

EVALUATION: A minimum of one evaluation per coach's contract period is required per year. A minimum of two observations are required for each evaluation. The principal, assistant principal or the athletic director shall share the evaluation with the coach during a scheduled conference and within a four-week period at the conclusion of each sport's season as defined by WVSSAC. The coach has the right to include a written statement as an addendum to the evaluation. The coach shall sign the evaluation form denoting that the supervisor has reviewed the evaluation with him or her and that he/she has received a copy of the evaluation. The signature shall not imply concurrence with the findings. All evaluations and observations will be submitted to the central office.

TERM: To begin the 2026-2027 school year. The Athletic Seasons are determined by the WV Secondary School Activities Commission.

* DEADLINE EXTENDED

Position Type: Coaching Season

Salary: $2,000 to $2,000 Per Contract Amount

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required