Afterschool Sports Head Coach - Cheerleading

Norwich Public Schools•Norwich, CT

About The Position

The Head Cheerleading Coach helps each participating student develop a high level of skill, appreciate discipline and sportsmanship, and increase self-esteem. The coach leads the cheerleading program, supervises students, the assistant coach, and applicable volunteer coaches, and works with the Athletic Director and/or Building Principal. The position follows applicable coaching, school, state, and CIAC requirements. Salary and work period are established by the Board of Education; the listed stipend is $2,879. The Athletic Director conducts the evaluation, which is reviewed by the principal.

Requirements

Connecticut coaching certification required by Connecticut law and the CIAC Handbook before the start of the season.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge, background, and/or experience in cheerleading or the sport.
Athletic coaching experience.
Experience serving as a public school teacher.

Responsibilities

Coach individual participants in the skills necessary for strong achievement in cheerleading.
Plan and schedule an in-season practice program with the Athletic Director, including practices during holiday or vacation periods.
Work with the Athletic Director to schedule interscholastic contests.
Recommend purchases of equipment, supplies, and uniforms as appropriate.
Maintain and complete attendance forms, insurance records, accident reports, and similar paperwork.
Oversee the safety of the facility or area where cheerleading is conducted whenever students are present.
Establish written rules and regulations with the Athletic Director and/or Principal and distribute them to squad members before the season begins.
Enforce discipline and sportsmanlike behavior, and impose penalties for breaches of standards.
Ensure the orderly distribution and collection of athletic equipment.
Evaluate assistant coaches and the program, and submit written recommendations to the Athletic Director at the end of the season.
Follow the rules and regulations in the coaches’ and/or teachers’ manuals.
Perform other duties consistent with the position as requested by the Athletic Director and/or Principal.
Follow applicable state laws and CIAC regulations concerning concussion and sports injury.
Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical standards in interactions with students, staff, families, officials, and community members.