Cheerleading Program Director & Lead Coach

Sylvania; Sloan (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking an athletic coach to oversee the high school athletic program on a year‑round basis. The role involves managing preseason activities, organizing summer practices, coordinating tryouts, and ensuring compliance with IHSA rules and district policies.

Duties include budgeting for uniforms and equipment, arranging transportation, and supervising all practices. Responsibilities also cover postseason tasks, documentation, fundraising coordination, and assisting with college

Qualifications

• Must possess a teaching certificate or ASEP certification.
• Must pass ACUSD #11 background check and drug test and complete all necessary forms for employment.
• Be competent and understand the basic skills of the individual sport.

Responsibilities

• Preseason: Size and order uniforms and equipment; distribute uniforms and orders; plan, organize and coach summer practices.
• Tryouts: Post information at the high school; hold informational meetings for parents and participants; manage applications and forms; set up and manage tryouts.
• Season: Follow all guidelines, hold parent meetings, order buses, ensure travel forms, distribute uniforms, supervise practices, maintain eligibility rosters and transfer documentation.
• Post-Season: Collect, wash, repair and store uniforms; complete inventory; assist with hosting events; evaluate year and plan improvements.

Skills

Teaching certificate

ASEP certified

Education

Teaching certificate or ASEP certification

Job description

Sylvania is seeking an athletic coach to oversee the high school athletic program on a year‑round basis. The role involves managing preseason activities, organizing summer practices, coordinating tryouts, and ensuring compliance with IHSA rules and district policies.

Duties include budgeting for uniforms and equipment, arranging transportation, and supervising all practices. Responsibilities also cover postseason tasks, documentation, fundraising coordination, and assisting with college