Cheerleading Coach

AgUpdate; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Elms College in Chicopee, MA seeks a Part-Time Cheerleading Coach to develop and implement a safe training environment for the team. You will demonstrate leadership, organize practices, and recruit cheerleaders while ensuring alignment with college policies.

The role requires coordination with the Athletic Department, supervision of events, and promotion of student development through athletics. ACCAA certification and driving eligibility are essential.

Qualifications

• Coaching or athletics administration experience required.
• Proven ability to relate to students and the campus community.
• Up-to-date ACCAA certification.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement 3 weekly workouts/practices.
• Teach skills and provide opportunities for knowledge growth.
• Plan overall program goals and manage practice and performances.
• Recruit cheerleaders throughout the academic year.
• Advise on budget management and club standing per SGA guidelines.
• Coordinate with Athletic Department on facilities and games.
• Coordinate cheerleading fundraisers.
• Participate in monthly meetings to discuss performance and updates.
• Develop and advance the cheer program.
• Promote safe and healthy practices at all times.
• Attend all performances and supervise events and practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Coaching

Leadership

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Recruiting

Education

Associate's degree or higher preferred

ACC AA certification

Job description

Salary: $3000

Type: Part-Time

SUMMARYOF POSITION

Develop and implement a safe and effective training environment for members of the Elms College Cheerleading Team. Demonstrate excellent leadership, role modeling, organizational and interpersonal skills. Strong commitment to Elms College policies and regulations. Develop a positive and effective team environment focused on holistic student development.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan and implement 3 weekly workouts/practices per week.
• Responsible for teaching skills and providing opportunities for specific knowledge.
• Planning overall program goals, organizing practice and performance management.
• Recruitment of Cheerleaders throughout the academic year utilizing the most currently used methods.
• Serve as advisor to the Cheerleading team, about budget management, and club standing responsibilities as outlined by the Elms College Student Government Association (SGA).
• Coordinate with the Elms Athletic Department on use of facilities and performing at games.
• Coordinate Cheerleading Team Fundraisers.
• Participate in monthly meetings with the Assistant Director of Engagement to discuss performance evaluations and communicate program updates, needs, or concerns.
• Work to advance and develop the cheerleading program.
• Promote safe and healthy practices at all times.
• Attend all team performances and supervise all team events and practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Associate's degree or higher preferred.
• Coaching or athletics administration experience is essential.
• Up-to-date ACCAA certification.
• Proven ability to relate to students, academic community, student body, off-campus constituents, professional colleagues and the general public.
• Proven administrative, organizational and recruiting skills.
• Ability to use various software applications and standard office equipment.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.
• Ability to work with a diverse campus community.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Student Employees.

Standard of Performance

• Demonstrated high level of commitment to the Elms College mission statement.
• Demonstrated high level of commitment to the philosophies of the department of Student Affairs and the Athletic Department.
• Demonstrated high level of commitment to the ideals of the coaching manual.
• Ability to plan and implement successful programs as required.
• Ability to recruit academically qualified cheerleaders.
• Demonstrated willingness to work with various departments to encourage and strengthen student interest in Elms College.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Background check will be conducted upon hire and on a routine basis thereafter. Valid driver's license and good driving record required. Requires working nonstandard work hours including evenings and weekends. Requires being on campus to supervise all practices, performances and competitions

Elms College (also known as College of Our Lady of the Elms), a private, Catholic, co-educational liberal arts institution in Chicopee, Massachusetts, was founded in 1928 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield. The institution offers Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctor of Nursing practice degrees. Dedicated to non-discriminatory educational practices, the College aims to eliminate barriers to equal access and treatment for its community.

Elms College provides rigorous academic challenges and fosters a supportive community for students to thrive. Graduates leave Elms College richer, rooted in faith, educated, compassionate, responsive to civic and social obligations, and capable of adjusting to change without compromising principle.

Elms College’s mission embodies the charism of the founders, the Sisters of St. Joseph, including embracing “the love of neighbor without distinction” and whose Catholic heritage guides our intellectual, social, educational, and community endeavors.

Elms College is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.