JV Cheer Coach

Sylvania; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

A high school athletics program in Saginaw, MI, is seeking a Cheer Coach to lead cheer athletes during the Fall Sideline and Winter Competition Season. Candidates must have a high school diploma, experience coaching cheer athletes, and certifications in First Aid and CPR. Responsibilities include creating routines, supervising cheer camps, and maintaining attendance records. The role requires effective communication and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Must be able to coach Fall Sideline and Winter Competition Season.
• Experience coaching cheer athletes required.
• Must provide proof of First Aid and CPR certification.
• Proof of First Aid and CPR certification prior to first day of coaching.
• Must provide certificate of completion for online concussion training course from CDC, NFHS, or MHSAA Protocol prior to the first day of coaching.
• Must have attended MHSAA Cap Program or willingness to attend.

Responsibilities

• Coach cheer athletes at the high school level.
• Create cheer routines and cheers.
• Attend coaching clinics and supervise summer cheer camps.
• Create cheer routines and cheers.
• Communicate effectively with diverse backgrounds.
• Work without constant supervision and exercise good judgment.
• Communicate with Athletic Director on goals and progress.
• Maintain safe practice environments and document practices.
• Distribute monthly calendars to cheerleaders and parents.
• Maintain daily attendance and monitor grades.
• Coordinate teambuilding/bonding activities.
• Attend coaching clinics and supervise summer camps.
• Collaborate with Varsity Cheer Coach and other staff.

Skills

Ability to effectively teach and coach student athletes

Knowledge of MHSAA rules and regulations

Effective communication with diverse backgrounds

Ability to establish effective relationships

Create cheer routines

Effective communication

Decision making

Communicate with Athletic Director

Safety and documentation

Attendance and grades monitoring

Team building activities

Coaching clinics

Summer cheer camps supervision

Education

High school diploma

First Aid & CPR certification

Concussion training certificate

MHSAA Cap Program participation

Tools

First Aid and CPR certification

Certificate of completion for online concussion training

Job description

Overview

Heritage High School Athletics is a robust program within the Saginaw Township Community Schools district, offering an abundance of school sports.

Essential Job Functions

Essential functions may include any of the following duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by employees in this position.

Regular on time and in person attendance is an essential function of this job. Other essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Coach cheer athletes at the high school level


• Coach MHSAA Competitive Cheer


• Knowledge of MHSAA rules and regulations.


• Must be able to effectively teach and coach student athletes.


• Must be able to create cheer routines and cheers.


• Must be able to communicate effectively with people from varied social, educational and economic backgrounds.


• Ability to work without constant supervision, make decisions and have good judgment.


• Communicate frequently with Athletic Director - goals, progress and needs.


• Maintain a physically safe practice environment and plan effective practices and provide documentation upon request.


• Distribute monthly calendar to cheerleaders and parents.


• Maintain daily attendance for cheerleaders.


• Monitor cheerleaders school attendance and grades.


• Coordinate teambuilding/bonding activities.


• Attend coaching clinics.


• Coach at and supervise summer cheer camps.


• Regular and on-time attendance is required.


• Other duties as assigned.


• Must work collaboratively with Varsity Cheer Coach.

Note: This description describes the type and level of work performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required in the position.

Required Qualifications

• Must be able to coach Fall Sideline and Winter Competition Season


• Minimum of a high school diploma.


• Experience coaching cheer athletes


• Proof of First Aid and CPR certification prior to first day of coaching


• Must provide certificate of completion for online concussion training course from either the Centers for Disease Control, The National Federation of State High School Associations, or MHSAA Protocol prior to the first day of coaching.


• Must have attended MHSAA Cap Program or willingness to attend.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience coaching MHSAA Competitive Cheer


• Experience coaching cheer athletes at the high school level.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community.


• Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.


• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.


• Ability to demonstrate the character traits of respect, responsibility, honesty, and caring when interacting with staff, students, and community members. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being and work output of students.

Compensation

Salary stipend per STEA Contract

Pursuant to Public Act 68 of 1993 and Public Act 83 of 1995, selected new employees shall submit to fingerprints and a criminal background check at the employee\'s expense.

It is the policy of STCS that the district will not discriminate against any person based on sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or sexual orientation), race, color, national origin, religion, height, weight, marital status, disability, handicap or age in its programs, services or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Director of Human Resources & Labor Relations, STCS, PO Box 6278, 3465 N. Center Rd, Saginaw, MI 48608. Phone [phone]. www.stcs.org