Middle School Sideline Cheer Head Coach

Sylvania; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a dedicated cheer coach to guide and develop the cheer team at Parchment Middle School. The coach will focus on enhancing individual skills and fostering team spirit throughout the season. Responsibilities include instructing cheer techniques, planning practices, managing team communications, and ensuring the safety and welfare of student-athletes. Applicants should have relevant experience and a genuine commitment to promoting positive character and school spirit among students.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience relevant to coaching cheer.
• Sound knowledge of cheer techniques is essential.
• References from previous team members are required.

Responsibilities

• Instruct cheerleading techniques and safety practices.
• Plan and conduct practices and competitions.
• Manage social media for the cheer team.
• Organize necessary paperwork for the cheer program.
• Supervise the welfare of cheer program participants.

Skills

Experience as a coach or cheerleader

Knowledge of stunt, jump, tumble, and motion techniques

Ability to provide references

Commitment to student-athletes and community

Education

Valid Michigan teaching certificate

CPR certification

Job description

FALL '2026

Per Master Agreement Schedule “C” Guidelines

SUMMARY

To successfully guide and build the foundation for a solid sideline cheer program at Parchment Middle School. The coach will place emphasis on individual player development and growth, along with team cohesiveness over the length of the cheer season. The coach will demonstrate commitment to student‑athletes, the school, and community while promoting school spirit and positive character among athletes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 years’ experience as a coach or as cheerleader
• Sound knowledge of stunt, jump, tumble, and motion techniques
• Must be able to provide references from previous team members, coaches, or staff
• Must be able to hold practices a minimum of 3 days a week

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Hold a valid Michigan teaching certificate
• CPR certified or willingness to obtain
• Willingness to pursue coaching seminars/classes to broaden knowledge of the sport

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Instruct athletes regarding techniques, rules, and safety practices of sideline cheer
• Plan, schedule and conduct a regular program of practice and competition in accordance with rules of the school, the School Board, and the Michigan High School Athletic Association
• Prompt and manage any social media outlets
• Assist the Athletic Director in the distribution and collection of appropriate information i.e., Parent Consent Forms, Physical Examination Forms, Birth certificates, Grade Report Forms at the end of each grading period, Accident Forms and any other information concerning the sport
• Organize payments, orders, and paperwork throughout the season
• Assume responsibility for maintaining an accurate inventory of equipment pertaining to the sport
• Assume responsibility for supervision, safety and welfare of students participating in the cheer program before, during and after scheduled practices and competitive contests
• Establish and maintain good rapport with athletes, staff, parents, community groups
• Assume responsibility for submitting request for transportation forms to the Athletic Director
• Recommend purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms as needed
• Perform assigned tasks with a high standard of quality
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Administration

This position reports to the Athletic Director and Varsity Cheer Coaches

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; stand; sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms using a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, ability to adjust focus, depth perception and peripheral vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is a standard classroom setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but occasionally high depending upon student population and activities. Employee may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

The Parchment School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and/or transgender identity, disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. Inquiries by applicants, students and/or parents/guardians relates to discrimination on the basis of disability/status should be directed to: Superintendent of the Parchment School District, 520 N. Orient Street, Parchment, MI 49004. Phone Number 269-488-1050.