ATH - Head Coach - Cheerleading (26/27 SY)

Adams County School District 14; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 3,000 - 5,000; Part time

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a Head Coach for Cheerleading at Adams City High School. The role involves coaching athletes, adhering to established sports rules, and communicating effectively with the community. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least one year of coaching experience, along with a valid First Aid Card and CPR certification. This position requires knowledge of cheerleading and the ability to maintain a professional relationship with students and parents.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience as an assistant coach.
• Current First Aid Card and valid CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Coach students in fundamentals and techniques of cheerleading.
• Adhere to Colorado High School Activities Association rules.
• Establish professional relationships with parents and community.

Skills

Knowledge of fitness and conditioning techniques

Comprehensive knowledge of cheerleading

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB TITLE

ATH - Head Coach - Cheerleading (26/27 SY)

LOCATION

Adams City High School

JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY

Head athletic coaches instruct and work with athletes to prepare them for competition. Coaches help athletes and teams excel in sports such as cheerleading, football, baseball, basketball, track and field, golf, tennis, and soccer. They are experts on the rules, strategies, and techniques of their sports and must also be knowledgeable about sports equipment, physical fitness, and safety.

REQUIREMENTS

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification: Current First Aid Card and valid CPR certification.
• Experience: Minimum one year as an assistant coach.
• Skills: Knowledge of proper fitness and conditioning techniques; comprehensive knowledge of the sport, preferably with collegiate or professional experience.

EVALUATION

Performance will be evaluated annually by the Head Coach.

COMPENSATION

Coaches will be placed on the Supplemental Pay Schedule, based on years of experience for this position, per Article 11‑3 of the Classroom Teachers’ Association Certified Agreement.

KEY FUNCTIONS, ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Fulfill the responsibilities of his/her teaching assignment as a first priority, if a district teacher.
• Coach students in the fundamentals and techniques of the sport, sportsmanship, and team cooperation.
• Adhere to the rules of the Colorado High School Activities Association, National Federation rules, and Adams County School District 14.
• Assist with supervision of athletes and adjunct personnel assigned to the team.
• Communicate special needs to the head coach.
• Be fair and consistent in all decisions and judgments related to the sport participants.
• Perform other duties as prescribed by the Head Coach.

COMMUNICATION

• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

• Attend clinics and conferences to keep updated on current trends in the sport.

POLICY, REPORTS, AND LAW

• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local Board policy.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assistant coaches and athletes

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment: The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Movement: The position requires walking, running, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling. Physical: The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress. The position requires lifting/carrying work related items typically weighing less than 40 pounds. Location: Work is performed in gyms, offices, locker rooms, weight rooms, on athletic fields, buses, etc. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain control under stress. The position requires travel to various campuses, district meeting sites and conferences/meetings in and out of state. The position may require the employee to work some evenings and weekends.