Cheer Team Coach & Skills Mentor

Topeka Public Schools; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Topeka Public Schools is seeking a head coach to lead and coordinate the sport program, focusing on skill development, safety, and sportsmanship. The coach will oversee tryouts, plan practices, and collaborate with school leadership on scheduling and budgets.

The role requires alignment with district policies, KSHSAA rules, and the athletic department’s operational standards, including transportation and equipment management.

Qualifications

• Must meet Kansas Department of Education certification requirements.
• Meet the requirements of the Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA) Rule 10.

Responsibilities

• Oversees tryouts and selects participants in accordance with established guidelines
• Coaches individual participants in the skills necessary for achievement in the sport
• Plans and schedules a regular program of practice
• Works closely with the Activity Director and/or Assistant Principal in scheduling contests, practices, meets, and competitions
• Recommends equipment, supplies, and uniforms for purchase
• Prepares and adheres to approved budget
• Maintains attendance forms, insurance records, physical forms, and other required paperwork
• Oversees the safety conditions of the facility or area in which assigned sport or activity is conducted and when students are present
• Establishes performance criteria for eligibility in interscholastic competition for the sport or activity
• Attends required meetings of the KSHSAA
• Fulfills test requirements of the KSHSAA
• Arranges for transportation
• Maintains an accurate inventory of equipment, uniforms, and supplies
• Communicates effectively and promotes positive interpersonal relationships
• Informs students of school policies, activities, eligibility, and team rules
• Distributes and cares for equipment
• Establishes a sound program of injury prevention
• Ensures supervision for all contests, meets, and practices
• Submits budget requests to the building principal
• Supervises participants after practice, meets, or games until their transportation home is ensured
• Supports the District’s educational mission for all students and implements all Board regulations and policies in a fair and equitable manner
• Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as the superintendent or designee may assign

Education

Kansas Department of Education certification requirements

KSHSAA Rule 10

Job description

Topeka Public Schools is seeking a head coach to lead and coordinate the sport program, focusing on skill development, safety, and sportsmanship. The coach will oversee tryouts, plan practices, and collaborate with school leadership on scheduling and budgets.

The role requires alignment with district policies, KSHSAA rules, and the athletic department’s operational standards, including transportation and equipment management.