YMS Assistant Cheer Coach

York School District One•York, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Cheer Coach supports the Head Cheer Coach in developing a positive, disciplined, and successful cheerleading program. The coach helps teach cheerleading skills, promotes sportsmanship, ensures student-athlete safety, and assists in creating an environment that encourages teamwork, school spirit, leadership, and academic success.

Requirements

Ability to work effectively with students, parents, faculty, and administration.

Nice To Haves

Previous cheerleading and/or coaching experience preferred.
Knowledge of cheerleading fundamentals, safety standards, and stunt progression.
Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Current CPR, First Aid, and any state-required coaching certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning and conducting practices and games.
Teach and reinforce proper cheerleading techniques, motions, jumps, stunts, tumbling, and game-day routines.
Help prepare teams for athletic events, pep rallies, and special school activities.
Promote good sportsmanship, teamwork, and school pride.
Support the Head Coach in evaluating athlete performance and development.
Serve as a positive role model for student-athletes.
Supervise student-athletes during practices, games, competitions, travel, and team events.
Ensure student-athletes follow school, district, and team rules.
Maintain appropriate discipline and positive behavior standards.
Foster a safe, inclusive, and encouraging team culture.
Enforce safety guidelines and proper stunt progression.
Monitor the condition and use of equipment and uniforms.
Report injuries, accidents, and concerns promptly to the Head Coach and Athletic Director.
Follow all school district, state athletic association, and cheerleading regulations.
Assist with attendance records, communication with parents, and team documentation.
Help coordinate uniforms, equipment, fundraising activities, and team events as assigned.
Attend coaches' meetings, professional development sessions, and required trainings.
Support eligibility monitoring and academic expectations for team members.