Youth Cheerleading Coach - After-School Programs

New-York-Edge,-Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 551,000 - 689,000; Part time

Job summary

New York Edge is seeking a part-time Cheerleading Specialist for Manhattan to organize, lead, and provide targeted skills instruction within after‑school programs. You will coach youth, train staff, and support the Three-Season Sports/Physical Activity Model in NYC public schools.

The role requires creating engaging lessons, ensuring safety, and coordinating performance groups while aligning with curriculum and school schedules. Evening hours may apply with school-year commitments.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; some college preferred.
• A minimum of one year of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required.
• A minimum of one year of coaching experience is required.
• Must have 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 also preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
• 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

Dance instruction

Curriculum following

Communication skills

Stage etiquette

Reliability & punctuality

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Some college preferred

Job description

New York Edge is seeking a part-time Cheerleading Specialist for Manhattan to organize, lead, and provide targeted skills instruction within after‑school programs. You will coach youth, train staff, and support the Three-Season Sports/Physical Activity Model in NYC public schools.

The role requires creating engaging lessons, ensuring safety, and coordinating performance groups while aligning with curriculum and school schedules. Evening hours may apply with school-year commitments.