UPSM Elementary Cheer Coach

University Prep SchoolsDetroit, MI
Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for coaching and providing direction to student athletes so that they might achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork in athletics. The role involves conferring regularly with School Operations Managers, School Principal or their designees regarding matters related to student attendance and welfare. Essential functions include communicating with parents, students, and staff in person, by telephone, or letter to provide information on attendance issues and meet district and state absence notification requirements. The position also requires maintaining attendance records, preparing reports, processing documents, and responding to inquiries related to student attendance and welfare. Additionally, the role involves recommending pupil referrals to appropriate agencies, assisting with School Attendance Review Board referrals, participating in in-service training, and enforcing district rules and regulations related to school attendance.

Requirements

  • Associate's degree required
  • Experience working with children in an educational setting
  • Ability to work collaboratively with staff and community
  • Working with district/state/federal laws and regulations relating to child welfare and attendance
  • Knowledge of youth programs, school and community activities
  • Computer skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
  • Knowledge of office procedures, fax, printer, computer and copier
  • Interpersonal, Oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to work well with the community at large, including parents and students
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary
  • Ability to problem solve
  • Ability to effectively organize, manage, and direct the work of others
  • Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
  • Demonstrates U Preps Core Values: We work well by ourselves and teams, We care about people, Our actions have a purpose, We think big and do, Learning is exciting

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

  • Coach and provide direction to student athletes.
  • Achieve a high level of skill and an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship, and teamwork in athletics.
  • Confer regularly with School Operations Managers, School Principal or their designees regarding student attendance and welfare.
  • Communicate with parents, students, and staff regarding attendance issues.
  • Meet district and state absence notification requirements.
  • Maintain a variety of attendance records, schedules, and files.
  • Prepare a variety of reports and written materials.
  • Process documents and materials related to attendance, placement, and disciplinary actions.
  • Respond to inquiries from staff, parents, probation officers, other schools, and students.
  • Recommend pupil referrals to agencies and institutions.
  • Assist with coordinating and referring to the School Attendance Review Board.
  • Participate in in-service training on student attendance and welfare.
  • Enforce district rules and regulations related to school attendance.
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