Cheer Program Coach & Student Success Mentor

Duval County Public Schools; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Duval County Public Schools in Jacksonville seeks an experienced Athletic Coach to administer all aspects of sport within the district and school policies, aligning with FHSAA and NFHS guidelines.

Responsibilities include enforcing conditioning rules, processing forms, coordinating with athletic director, organizing practices and games, reporting injuries, monitoring academics, and ensuring supervision of athletes at all times.

Qualifications

• Education and coaching certifications as listed in the ad.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; coaching experience preferred.
• Completion of athletic coaching courses including First Aid, CPR, NFHS Concussion in Sports, and AED training.

Responsibilities

• Announce and enforce conditioning and training rules affecting health and safety of players.
• Ensure EL2, EL3, Insurance Verification, Sportsmanship contract, birth certificates and forms are on file.
• Attend mandatory FHSAA rules clinics and Gateway Conference meetings; pursue professional development.
• Coordinate health examinations and verify equipment eligibility with athletic director.
• Conduct and supervise at least one fundraising activity for the sport.
• Ensure the team is supervised at all times (locker rooms, pick-up after practices/games).
• Know and enforce Title IX, FHSAA, and DCPS policies.
• Monitor weekly academic progress of each athlete.
• Organize practice and game responsibilities with clear duties for coaching staff.
• Report injuries to athletic trainer/medical program and secure doctor/parent approval for return to play.

Skills

Sport knowledge

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Time management

Organization

Staff meetings

Professional conduct

Motivation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

First Aid & CPR

NFHS Concussion in Sports

AED training

Florida Dept of Education Athletic Coaching Certificate

Job description

Duval County Public Schools in Jacksonville seeks an experienced Athletic Coach to administer all aspects of sport within the district and school policies, aligning with FHSAA and NFHS guidelines.

Responsibilities include enforcing conditioning rules, processing forms, coordinating with athletic director, organizing practices and games, reporting injuries, monitoring academics, and ensuring supervision of athletes at all times.