Assistant Coach, Cheerleading

Saint Joseph's University; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 20,664 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

Saint Joseph's University is seeking a part-time Assistant Coach for Cheerleading. The role involves implementing skill development programs and assuming Head Coach's duties when necessary. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and coaching experience in cheerleading.

This 12-month position, from September to April, will require attendance at practices and events, as well as administrative tasks related to the program. Strong organizational and social media skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of demonstrated effective coaching experience.
• USA Cheer certification required.
• Knowledge of cheerleading safety regulations and styles.

Responsibilities

• Implement skills development programs for cheerleading.
• Assume duties of Head Coach in their absence.
• Attend various team functions and events.

Skills

Coaching experience

Leadership

Social media content creation

Organization skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Title

Assistant Coach, Cheerleading (Part time)

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach will implement skill development programs for the Cheerleading program. This is a part‑time, 12‑month position primarily performed from September through April, with duties as needed in the off‑months.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assume the duties of the Head Coach in their absence.
• Attend practices, men’s and women’s basketball games, competitions, alumni events, and fundraising events.
• Provide instruction in team concepts and sports etiquette.
• Exhibit strong leadership skills at all times.

Secondary Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, marketing, and executing team fundraisers, alumni events, and parent activities.
• Maintain familiarity with the University’s Student Code of Conduct and other institutional policies that establish expectations for student behavior.
• Work with the Head Coach and administrators to stay within fiscal and budgetary guidelines.
• Provide advice and assistance to the Head Coach to help solve challenging and difficult situations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum 5 years of demonstrated effective coaching experience with a collegiate or competitive cheerleading program (or a combination of coaching and relevant experience).
• USA Cheer certification.
• Knowledge of the rules and safety regulations of cheerleading.
• Knowledge of all styles of cheerleading (NCA, UCA, STUNT, etc.).
• Knowledge of various social media platforms and experience creating social media content.
• Administrative skills such as prioritization, organization, and budgeting.
• Self‑directed, motivated, able to work independently and under pressure.
• Subject to a motor vehicle record check and additional university background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience creating social media content for cheerleading events.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours

• Frequent evening and weekend hours required.
• Occasional daytime hours.
• Some travel required.

Pay Transparency

This position has a fixed rate of $15.73 per hour.

Eligibility

Applicants must be residents of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York (excluding New York City zip codes), or Delaware. If an employee must relocate to meet these conditions, financial assistance may be available but is not guaranteed.

Equal Opportunity

Saint Joseph’s University is an equal‑opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex and other protected characteristics. The University is committed to the diversity of its faculty and staff and seeks qualified candidates who share its commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Title IX

Saint Joseph’s University prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in its programs and activities, in accordance with TitleIX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The TitleIX Coordinator is responsible for overseeing compliance and can be contacted at [e-mail].