Head Coach - Cheer

Peoria Unified School District • Peoria, AZ

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Head Coach - Cheer leads the cheer program at Oakwood Elementary in Peoria, Arizona. The coach is responsible for fostering team camaraderie through activities such as teambuilding, fundraising, and service projects; following applicable AIA and Peoria Unified School District #11 rules; and attending mandatory district and AIA meetings. The role may require travel, driving students to and from competitions, and work outside normal working hours. The position is compensated with a stipend and is open until filled. Applicants must complete an online application, and selected candidates will participate in an interview process.

Requirements

• Certificate verifying completion of the NFHS online Fundamentals of Coaching course or an approved equivalent, as required by AIA Rule 17.1.
• Certificate verifying completion of the NFHS online Concussion in Sports—What You Need to Know course, as required by AIA Rule 17.1.
• An Arizona Teaching Certificate, an Arizona Coaching Certificate, or a certificate verifying completion of a sport-specific course, as required by AIA Rule 17.1.2.
• Current certification in CPR and First Aid.
• Knowledge of essential skills, techniques, rules, and safety concerns for the sport being coached.
• Communication skills for working with all stakeholders.
• Knowledge necessary to comply with AIA and Peoria Unified School District #11 rules.
• Must possess or obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Must pass a background clearance check.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an Arizona driver's license if driving students to and from competitions is required.
• Must be able to use required online platforms for the sport.

Responsibilities

• Coach cheer and apply essential sport skills, techniques, rules, and safety practices.
• Follow rules established by the AIA and Peoria Unified School District #11.
• Attend mandatory school district and AIA meetings.
• Build camaraderie among players through teambuilding, fundraising, service projects, and related activities.
• Use required online platforms for the sport, such as MaxPreps and HUDL.
• Travel as needed to perform work functions and, if required, drive students to and from competitions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed