Cheerleading Coach

Harlem Children's Zone•New York, NY

3d•$25 - $30

About The Position

Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ), a New York-based education and poverty-fighting organization, seeks a dedicated Cheerleading Coach to support its Promise Academy Athletics program. The coach will help create a safe, nurturing, and educational environment that fosters students’ self-confidence and personal and social development, while developing and leading a high-quality cheerleading program aligned with HCZ’s mission. The role involves developing and delivering a structured, age-appropriate cheerleading curriculum with clear learning goals; creating choreography, cheers, stunts, and gymnastics; and preparing routines for games, pep rallies, competitions, and special events. The coach will communicate with students, colleagues, and parents, monitor student progress, collaborate with staff about students’ performance in cheerleading and schoolwork, and maintain ongoing communication with the Athletics Program Director. The coach will also build positive relationships with students, promote wellness, growth, respect, and self-esteem, and serve as a positive role model. The schedule varies by season. During fall and spring, hours are Monday through Thursday, 2:00 PM–7:30 PM, and Friday, 2:00 PM–7:00 PM. During summer, hours are Monday through Friday, 11:00 AM–4:30 PM. Saturday or Sunday work may be required depending on the sport and game schedule. The position pays $25–$30 per hour and is described as part-time.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; an associate degree or better is preferred.
Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of coaching experience.
Experience working with youth and adolescents.
Strong knowledge and skills in cheerleading.
Ensure the cheerleading curriculum is structured, age-appropriate, and has clear learning goals.
Solid understanding of cheerleading rules and safety guidelines.
Strong leadership and organizational skills, with excellent writing and communication skills.
Positive, enthusiastic, collaborative, flexible, and approachable attitude.
Ability to effectively engage and motivate students.
Ability to travel to away games or events.

Nice To Haves

AACCA or USA Cheer certifications and credentials are highly preferred.
Cheerleading competition experience is a plus.
An associate degree or better is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and execute the cheerleading curriculum.
Create a cheerleading program that includes choreography, cheers, stunts, and gymnastics.
Prepare and coordinate routines for games, pep rallies, cheerleading competitions, and special events.
Communicate and work effectively with students, colleagues, and parents.
Monitor and report on student progress and performance.
Collaborate and consult with staff on student performance in cheerleading activities and schoolwork.
Maintain ongoing communication with the Athletics Program Director.
Develop positive relationships with students that promote wellness, growth, respect, and self-esteem.
Act as a positive role model for students.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Travel to away games or events and work weekends when required by the sport and game schedule.