Head High School Cheer Coach

Genoa-Hugo School District C-113; Hugo (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Genoa-Hugo School District C-113 is seeking a Head High School Cheer Coach to oversee the district's cheerleading program, plan practices, and lead game-day performances. The role emphasizes building a positive team culture focused on sportsmanship, discipline, and academic achievement while ensuring athlete safety and adherence to school and CHSAA guidelines.

The position requires leading tryouts, coordinating team logistics, and mentoring student-athletes, with responsibilities spanning

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a cheer coach or cheer participant.
• Must have CPR/AED/First Aid certification.
• CHSAA coaches test completed.
• Colorado criminal history background check.
• Colorado Mandatory Reporting completed.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead all varsity cheerleading practices, games, and competitions.
• Develop conditioning and skill-building programs for safety and performance.
• Teach stunts, tumbling, jumps, and chants.
• Ensure athletes follow safety guidelines per NFHS and CHSAA rules.
• Coordinate tryouts and select team members based on skill and commitment.
• Communicate with student-athletes, parents, and school athletic staff.
• Supervise assistant coaches and guide athlete development.
• Manage team logistics including scheduling and transportation.
• Monitor academic progress and behavior of student-athletes.

Skills

Cheer coaching

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Genoa-Hugo School Head High School Cheer Coach

• Two years of experience as a cheer coach or cheer participant
• Knowledge of Cheer Skills, rules, and fundamental drills
• Salary will be based on experience

Reports to and is evaluated by the Athletic Director.

Supervises: Assistant coaches

General Description

The Head Cheerleading Coach (Cheer Varsity Head Coach) oversees all aspects of the district's cheerleading program, including practice planning, skill development, game-day performances, and event preparation. The coach will foster a positive team culture, emphasizing sportsmanship, discipline, and academic achievement while ensuring student-athlete safety and adherence to school and athletic regulations. Responsibilities include organizing tryouts, coordinating team logistics, collaborating with school administration and parents, and promoting injury prevention and compliance with safety protocols. This position requires strong leadership, practical communication skills, and a commitment to developing well-rounded student-athletes on and off the field.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead all varsity cheerleading practices, games, and competition performances.
• Develop and implement conditioning and skill-building programs to enhance team performance and safety.
• Teach and reinforce proper cheerleading techniques, including stunts, tumbling, jumps, and chants.
• Ensure all athletes adhere to safety guidelines and best practices outlined by NFHS and other governing bodies.
• Coordinate tryouts and select team members based on skill, attitude, and commitment.
• Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents, school administration, and athletic staff.
• Supervise assistant coaches and guide athlete development.
• Ensure compliance with school district policies and Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA) rules and regulations.
• Manage team logistics, including scheduling practices, coordinating transportation, and organizing fundraising events.
• Monitor academic progress and behavior of student-athletes, promoting their overall success.
• Serve as a positive role model and mentor to student-athletes.
• Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as the AD, Principal, Superintendent and/or the board may assign.

Practice Requirements

• Practices are held after school hours, with additional responsibilities on evenings and weekends for games and competitions.
• Travel is required for away games and cheerleading competitions. Ability to demonstrate cheerleading skills, including basic motions, stunts, and tumbling.

Head Cheer Coach Requirements

• Must have a current CPR/AED/First Aid certification.
• Successful completion of the CHSAA coaches test and mandatory concussion training.
• Must have a Colorado criminal history background check.
• Must complete Colorado Mandatory Reporting.

Position open until filled

Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity

In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, Genoa-Hugo School District C-113 does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students, employees, applicants for employment, or members of the public on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law.