High School Cheer Coach - Lead Team, Develop Athletes

DAKOTA CUSD 201 SCHOOL DISTRICT; Dakota (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

DAKOTA CUSD 201 SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking an Athletics/Activities/Coaching professional to support student-athletes at Dakota Jr/Sr High School. You will develop athletic skills, discipline, sportsmanship, teamwork, and leadership while promoting a safe learning environment and adhering to IHSA, NFHS, and district policies.

Responsibilities include planning practice schedules, coordinating with the Athletic Director, managing equipment, supervising activities, and supporting fundraising in line

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or IHSA coaching qualification requirements.
• Current certification in CPR, AED, and First Aid, or ability to obtain as required.
• Previous coaching experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, staff, parents, and community members.
• Demonstrated knowledge of IHSA and NFHS rules applicable to the assigned sport.

Responsibilities

• Ensures actions align with Board policies and district mission.
• Carries out duties as required or as conditions necessitate.
• Works with Athletic Director to secure safe facilities for practices and competitions.
• Plans, organizes, and communicates practice schedules, competitions, and program needs with the Athletic Director.
• Develops, communicates, and maintains practice and competition schedules.
• Communicates effectively with student-athletes, parents, administration, officials, transportation staff, and stakeholders.
• Maintains equipment/uniform inventory annually.
• Annually recommends equipment purchases to the Athletic Director.
• Assists with fundraising activities and manages program funds per District policies.
• Ensures health, safety, and welfare of student-athletes per IHSA/NFHS policies.
• Manages distribution and collection of uniforms and inventory.
• Ensures student-athletes meet IHSA eligibility requirements.
• Models and mentors values of sportsmanship, citizenship, teamwork, leadership, and respect.
• Provides supervision during practices, competitions, locker rooms, and team travel.
• Maintains team records and program documentation.
• Participates in professional learning to maintain coaching knowledge.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Athletic Director or Building Principal.

Job description

DAKOTA CUSD 201 SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking an Athletics/Activities/Coaching professional to support student-athletes at Dakota Jr/Sr High School. You will develop athletic skills, discipline, sportsmanship, teamwork, and leadership while promoting a safe learning environment and adhering to IHSA, NFHS, and district policies.

Responsibilities include planning practice schedules, coordinating with the Athletic Director, managing equipment, supervising activities, and supporting fundraising in line