Assistant Cheer Coach -- Coed team (Staff Wage)
UVA Health•Charlottesville, VA
•$5,000 - $6,000•Onsite
About The Position
The Assistant Cheer Coach supports the Spirit Coordinator in managing a coed collegiate cheer program at the NCAA Division I level. This is a part-time position focused on game-day performance, practice support, and student-athlete development. The program is non-competitive, with an emphasis on school spirit, crowd engagement, and representation of the university at athletic and community events.
Requirements
- Knowledge of coed stunting, tumbling, and cheer safety standards.
- Ability to instruct, spot, and support advanced-level skills.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required.
- Bachelor's degree
- Some experience in coaching this particular sport program at the collegiate and/or professional level.
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
Nice To Haves
- Prior coaching experience (school, all-star, or collegiate level).
- Experience with Division I or large-scale athletic programs.
- Safety certification (USA Cheer or equivalent).
Responsibilities
- Assist in planning and conducting practices, including stunting, tumbling, conditioning, and game-day routine preparation.
- Provide instruction and spotting for coed partner stunts and pyramids, ensuring proper technique and safety.
- Help develop and clean sidelines, timeout routines, and promotional performances.
- Support implementation of team standards for performance, behavior, and attendance.
- Attend and assist with cheer activities at football, basketball, and other assigned athletic events.
- Help coordinate sidelines, timeouts, and halftime responsibilities.
- Promote an energetic, engaging game-day atmosphere to enhance fan experience.
- Serve as a positive mentor and role model for student-athletes.
- Encourage academic success, leadership, teamwork, and personal growth.
- Promote a respectful, inclusive, and team-oriented environment.
- Assist with tryouts, clinics, and candidate evaluations.
- Help maintain attendance records, communication, and team organization.
- Travel with the team to select away games and appearances.
- Must be available for travel to the men’s basketball ACC tournament.
- Assist with travel coordination and supervision of student-athletes during trips.
- Ensure compliance with established cheer safety guidelines and best practices.
- Assist in monitoring athlete conditioning and proper skill progression.
- Maintain or obtain CPR/First Aid certification.
Benefits
- This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
