Junior High Cheerleading Coach

Young World Physical Education; St. Anne (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a dedicated Junior High Cheerleading Coach in St. Anne, Illinois. The chosen candidate will teach foundational cheer skills, manage stunting safely, and foster school spirit among student-athletes.

This full-time role involves organizing practices, engaging crowds during games, and collaborating with the high school program. Strong commitment to athlete safety and skill development is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to athlete safety and skill progression.
• Ability to teach cheer mechanics and supervise stunting activities.
• Experience in engaging crowds during athletic events.

Responsibilities

• Teach foundational cheer mechanics and proper techniques.
• Supervise all stunting activities and ensure safety protocols.
• Prepare the squad for cheering at junior high athletic events.

Skills

Technical Instruction

Safety & Stunting Progression

Game Day & Crowd Leadership

Choreography & Practice Planning

Administrative Management

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic, safety‑conscious, and organized Junior High Cheerleading Coach to lead our Junior High squad. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to teaching foundational cheer skills, fostering exceptional school spirit, and mentoring student-athletes in teamwork and leadership. A strong commitment to athlete safety and proper progression is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Instruction: Teach foundational cheer mechanics, including proper motion technique, jumps, basic tumbling, and vocal projection.
• Safety & Stunting Progression: Supervise and instruct all stunting activities using strict, age‑appropriate progressions and safety protocols in compliance with state athletic association guidelines.
• Game Day & Crowd Leadership: Prepare the squad to cheer at junior high athletic events (e.g., football, basketball), focusing on crowd engagement, sportsmanship, and school pride.
• Choreography & Practice Planning: Organize disciplined practices and choreograph crowd cheers, sidelines, and short routines suitable for the junior high level.
• Program Alignment: Work collaboratively with the High School Head Cheer Coach to align terminology, safety standards, and skill expectations for a smooth transition to the high school program.
• Administrative Management: Coordinate uniform distribution, practice schedules, game‑day logistics, and maintain clear, professional communication with parents and administration.

Job Details

Job ID: 5754938

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Job Type: Full‑Time

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Location

St. Anne Grade School, 302 St. Anne, Saint Anne, Illinois

Contact Information

John Froehner, Athletic Director

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]