JV Cheer Coach & Program Leader (Competitive)

The School District of Lee County; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Lee County Fort Myers High in Fort Myers, FL invites applications for a Cheerleading Sponsor (Junior Varsity) to coach and mentor students and to organize cheer activities for the school year.

Responsibilities include coordinating tryouts, practices, fundraising, transportation coordination, and ensuring safety while upholding district policies and sportsmanship. Starting date is to be determined.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Florida teaching certificate if participating at the competitive level.
• Valid Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED certificate issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Valid AACCA Spirit Safety certificate.
• Current employee of the School District of Lee County.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching, mentoring, and support to students.
• Organize, supervise, and coordinate all meetings and activities during and beyond the normal contract day.
• Assist in transportation, chaperone, security, custodial help, and related activities.
• Ride the bus to events and supervise until all students are dismissed.
• Care for, clean, and secure all school and district property.
• Report accidents and injuries per policies.
• Adhere to district policies on tobacco, alcohol and drugs.
• Serve as a liaison among faculty, administration, students, and the community.
• Develop criteria for cheerleader selection and conduct tryouts and practices.
• Manage uniforms and equipment per school guidelines.
• Monitor eligibility according to rules and guidelines.
• Supervise fundraising activities with the Activities Director.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Public speaking

Event organization

Oral & written communication

Team leadership

Diversity leadership

Education

High School diploma

Florida teaching certificate (competitive level)

First Aid/CPR/AED certification

AACCA Spirit Safety certificate

Current employee of Lee County Schools

Tools

Industry software applications

Job description

The School District of Lee County Fort Myers High in Fort Myers, FL invites applications for a Cheerleading Sponsor (Junior Varsity) to coach and mentor students and to organize cheer activities for the school year.

Responsibilities include coordinating tryouts, practices, fundraising, transportation coordination, and ensuring safety while upholding district policies and sportsmanship. Starting date is to be determined.