Assistant Cheer Coach

Academy School District 20•Colorado Springs, CO

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Cheer Coach provides coaching, athlete development, and supervisory support for the cheer program at Discovery Canyon Campus High School. The position is responsible to the Athletic Director and/or a head coach. Compensation for extra-pay positions is contingent on the District approving the related athletic, activity, or academic event during the school year. Required certifications may be obtained after accepting the position. The coach supports athlete and team growth, develops practice plans and character-development activities, promotes a positive and competitive environment, and communicates with athletes, families, staff, and other stakeholders. Duties include supervising athletes and facilities before, during, and after practices and competitions; monitoring injuries and coordinating medical clearance; maintaining and inventorying equipment; and completing rosters, transportation requests, and certifications by established deadlines. The coach may evaluate assistant coaches where applicable and is expected to pursue professional learning, seek feedback, and meet program and district standards. The position operates in a professional school environment, primarily independently and frequently with others. Work takes place indoors regularly and outdoors occasionally, with noise ranging from quiet to loud. The incumbent interacts in person and through communication methods with students, the public, and staff; works scheduled school/work hours and days; and may be directed to work extended hours or days. Physical demands include sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, handling objects, and using computer keyboards. Typical lifting and carrying demands are up to 20 pounds, and may be higher depending on the assignment and student needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
ASEP Certification (American Sport Education Program).
CHSAA Certification (Colorado High School Activities Association).
NFHS Coaching Fundamentals Certification (National Federation of State High Schools).
Ability to be flexible and patient in work demands.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, the public, and people from diverse backgrounds and professions.
Ability to interact with the public courteously and professionally.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities.
Ability to work well with others in a team setting.
Effective organizational and time-management skills; detail-oriented.
Cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills.
Commitment to students’ education as a primary responsibility.
Demonstrate citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness.
Be energetic, creative, innovative, and flexible.

Nice To Haves

Initial Teacher License from the Colorado Department of Education.
Professional Teacher License from the Colorado Department of Education.

Responsibilities

Report consistently for scheduled work and perform other duties as assigned.
Meet established performance standards and actively seek feedback from supervisors and colleagues.
Communicate and reinforce high expectations for athlete behavior, and communicate regularly with the Athletic Director.
Manage program fiscal responsibilities in a timely manner.
Demonstrate knowledge of cheer and applicable sport policies, rules, game management strategies, and governing-body regulations.
Lead athletes with fair, understanding, tolerant, and patient behavior that helps create a positive environment.
Communicate professionally and consistently with stakeholders, and develop positive, respectful relationships.
Build and maintain a program that fosters individual and team growth and gives athletes opportunities for success.
Apply strategies and tactics to improve opportunities for individual and team success in competitions.
Maintain, inventory, store, and reorder equipment before the season begins.
Evaluate assistant coaches where applicable.
Establish and consistently use clear, proactive communication procedures.
Monitor athlete injuries, communicate with the athletic trainer and parents, and ensure medical release before athletes return to play.
Plan character-development activities for athletes on a daily, weekly, monthly, and annual basis.
Prepare detailed practice plans that support skill progression and strategy development.
Pursue appropriate professional learning activities.
Submit rosters, transportation requests, and certifications by deadlines.
Supervise facilities and athletes before, during, and after practices and competitions.
Assist students in assigned areas and follow oral and written instructions.
Maintain confidentiality and understand data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community.
Manage competing demands, establish priorities, and work the days, hours, locations, and assignments directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities.
Promote a positive climate, culture, and community, with a student-centered and relationship-focused approach.