Assistant Coach - Varsity Cheer

KIPP Public Schools Northern California; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

KIPP San Jose Collegiate is seeking a seasonal, part-time cheer coach to lead the program in the Bay Area. The role requires 2–3 years of cheer coaching, a valid CA Class C license, and a safe driving record. The coach will plan practices, run tryouts, and ensure safety and sportsmanship.

The position is seasonal, non-exempt, with compensation at $19 per hour for a projected 143-hour season. Applicants must uphold school policies and collaborate with staff, students, and families while

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of High School or Club Cheer coaching experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's degree preferred).
• Valid CA license (Class C) and current insurance coverage.
• Safe driving record (DMV report may be requested).
• Ability to follow and uphold the policies and mission statement of KIPP San Jose Collegiate.
• All coaches should be familiar with the rules and regulations of their sport.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct the particular and assigned team.
• Instruct and demonstrate skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team development.
• Ensure that team rules and regulations regarding conduct and eligibility of the athletes are clearly communicated and followed.
• Plan, organize, advertise, and conduct tryouts for the particular sports program; inform the Athletic Department and participants of final selections. Maintain the integrity of the selection process.
• Consult with the Athletic Director regarding any off-season training programs including scheduling dates for summer camps/practices, uniform fitting, pre-post tryout informational parent meetings.
• Create a safe environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Supervise athletes at all times during practices, transport to games, games and until athletes have been picked up by guardians, or make arrangements to ride public transportation.
• Model good sportsmanship behavior and maintain appropriate conduct towards the opposing team, fans, parents, officials, spectators and community.

Skills

Cheer coaching experience

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Reliable transportation

Independent work

Team mindset

Punctual and professional

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Preferred Qualifications Experience/Education/Licensing:

2 to 3 years of High School or Club Cheer coaching experience required

High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's degree preferred)

Valid CA license (Class C) and current insurance coverage

Safe driving record (will be ask to provide a DMV report)

Knowledge/skills required/abilities:

Ability to follow and uphold the policies and mission statement of KIPP San Jose Collegiate.

All school coaches should be familiar with the rules and regulations of the sports they are assigned to coach

Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with faculty, staff, administrators, students, parents, and community members

Ability to manage a class in a professional manner

Flexible, reliable, punctual, professional and has an enthusiastic approach

Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to communicate effectively via email and phone.

Access to reliable transportation throughout the Bay Area.

Ability to work independently and within a small team

Ability to coach athletes of different skill levels

Essential Functions and Responsibilities Coaching

Plan, organize, and direct the particular and assigned team.

Instruct and demonstrate skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team development.

Ensure that team rules and regulations regarding conduct and eligibility of the athletes are clearly communicated and followed.

Plan, organize, advertise, and conduct tryouts for the particular sports program; inform the Athletic Department and participants of final selections. Maintain the integrity of the selection process.

Consult with the Athletic Director regarding any off-season training programs including scheduling dates for summer camps/practices, uniform fitting, pre-post tryout informational parent meetings.

Create a safe environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

Supervise athletes at all times during practices, transport to games, games and until athletes have been picked up by guardians, or make arrangements to ride public transportation.

Model good sportsmanship behavior and maintain appropriate conduct towards the opposing team, fans, parents, officials, spectators and community.

Training

Complete required safety training for basic first aid and injury prevention available through SafeSchools and NFHS Learn, including, but not limited to:

Annually - mandated reporter, bloodborne pathogens, concussion in sports, sudden cardiac arrest, heat illness prevention (https://www.nfhslearn.com/)

At time of hire - Fundamentals of Coaching or certificate of completion in a previous sports season

Physical, Mental and Environmental Demands Physical:

Ability to navigate office and school campuses, and hold meetings in different spaces. Traditionally, much of the day involves sitting. Ability to access and utilize technology. Occasional lifting/carrying of equipment 20 -40 lbs.

Mental:

Stress of deadlines and normal work standards, ability to analyze problems and generate alternatives, work with interruptions, concentrate for long periods of time, read, calculate, perform routine math problems, memorize and recall objects and people.

Gym or field environment will usually contain both participants and spectators. Frequent travel (50%-70%) to gyms and fields throughout the Bay Area. Location of gyms and fields in San Jose. Adhere to KIPP’s health and safety guidelines as outlined by the CDC, CDE, and public health agencies’ recommendations.

Classification

Seasonal, Part-time, non-exempt hourly position that is based on a school calendar and time-off schedule.

About KIPP Public Schools Northern California

We are a thriving nonprofit network of free, public charter schools open to all students. At KIPP, we believe all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and that schools can and should be a critical factor in making that vision a reality. Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Our student community consists of over 7,000 elementary, middle, and high school students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San Jose, and Redwood City, and Stockton. 79% qualify for free or reduced price lunch, 23% are multilingual learners, and 10% have special needs. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect our students’ diversity.

Compensation

$19 an hour for a projected 143 hour season

KIPP Northern California Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, national origin or ancestry, cultural background, religious creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital/registered domestic partner status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, primary language, citizenship or immigration status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.