Youth Cheerleading Coach – After-School Program Leader

ADP, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

New York Edge is seeking a part-time Cheerleading Specialist to organize, lead, and provide targeted skills instruction for youth in Manhattan after-school programs. You will coach and train staff, align with the Three-Season Sports/Physical Activity Model, and ensure safe, effective program delivery.

Responsibilities include setting classroom goals, leading cheer activities, directing rehearsal groups, and adapting lessons to student needs while progressing skills toward a final project; strong

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; some college preferred.
• Minimum one year of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience.
• Minimum one year of coaching experience.
• Passion for New York Edge's mission and demonstrated interest in education and youth development.
• Candidates qualified to lead instruction in more than one activity are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students.
• Organize, lead, and promote interest in activities such as cheerleading.
• Organize performance groups and direct their rehearsals.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
• Ascertain and interpret group interests, evaluate equipment and facilities, and adapt activities to meet the student’s needs.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants in the activities and demonstrate the use of materials and equipment.
• Evaluate activities to determine if they are producing desired results.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' needs and interests.
• Progressive development of student skills leading to a final project

Skills

Cheerleading styles

Youth teaching experience

Stage/theater etiquette

Choreographing dance

Follow curriculum

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Some college preferred

Job description

New York Edge is seeking a part-time Cheerleading Specialist to organize, lead, and provide targeted skills instruction for youth in Manhattan after-school programs. You will coach and train staff, align with the Three-Season Sports/Physical Activity Model, and ensure safe, effective program delivery.

Responsibilities include setting classroom goals, leading cheer activities, directing rehearsal groups, and adapting lessons to student needs while progressing skills toward a final project; strong