Lead High School Basketball Cheer Coach

IREDELL-STATESVILLE SCHOOLS; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Norman High School Athletics Department is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Head Basketball Cheerleading Coach to lead our Wildcats squad for the winter season. The ideal candidate is passionate about cheerleading, committed to athlete safety, and skilled at building a positive, spirited team culture that supports our basketball programs and represents the school with pride.

Responsibilities include planning tryouts, coaching at games and events, teaching cheers and stunts, enforcing

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college degree preferred.
• Prior cheerleading coaching or competitive cheer experience at the high school, club, or collegiate level.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Current or willingness to obtain certification in cheer safety (e.g., AACCA Safety Certification) and any state/district-required coaching certifications.
• Completion of NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching course (or willingness to obtain prior to start).
• Ability to pass a background check per district policy.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as required by game and practice schedules.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead tryouts, practices, and skill development for the basketball cheerleading squad.
• Coach and supervise the squad at all home and away basketball games, pep rallies, and other scheduled events.
• Design and teach cheers, chants, stunts, and routines appropriate to squad skill level and safety guidelines.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols for stunting, tumbling, and jumps, including proper progressions and spotting.
• Monitor student-athletes' academic eligibility and encourage strong classroom performance.
• Communicate professionally and regularly with student-athletes, parents, and school administration.
• Manage team logistics, including scheduling, transportation coordination, uniforms, and equipment/inventory.
• Enforce school, conference, and NCHSAA rules, eligibility requirements, and codes of conduct.
• Foster a positive, inclusive team culture that emphasizes sportsmanship, discipline, and school spirit.
• Coordinate with the Athletic Director on event coverage and scheduling for basketball season.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Safety awareness

Team building

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Lake Norman High School Athletics Department is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Head Basketball Cheerleading Coach to lead our Wildcats squad for the winter season. The ideal candidate is passionate about cheerleading, committed to athlete safety, and skilled at building a positive, spirited team culture that supports our basketball programs and represents the school with pride.

Responsibilities include planning tryouts, coaching at games and events, teaching cheers and stunts, enforcing