Head Coach, Intermediate Cheerleading

Kamehameha Schools • Maui Campus, HI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Kamehameha Schools Maui Campus is seeking a Head Coach to support its intermediate cheerleading team for the 2026–2027 school year. This is a temporary, seasonal position. The coach is responsible for coordinating, or assisting with coordinating, the Kamehameha Athletic Sports program, including coaching and instructing students and performing other duties needed to develop players and teams in keeping with Kamehameha’s philosophy of athletics.

The role includes teaching sport-specific knowledge and skills, organizing safe and effective practices and games, preparing the team for competitions, and fostering a respectful, encouraging, values-driven team environment. The coach also handles administrative work, communicates with athletes and stakeholders, and promotes the program in the local and state communities. The position is paid a one-time stipend of $3,385.00 at the end of the season.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of coaching experience.
• National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Fundamentals of Coaching Certification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to relate effectively with students, coaches, KS staff, physicians, parents, teachers, and administrators.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends frequently.
• Physical ability to walk, stand, dance, run, bend, crouch, reach, lift, and carry.

Nice To Haves

• High school or collegiate athletic participation.
• High school or collegiate coaching experience.
• Sensitivity to Hawaiian culture and Christian values.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of cheerleading rules, regulations, skills, tactics, and techniques; teach these to athletes and evaluate individual and team performance and progress.
• Teach individual and team skills, identify outcomes beyond winning and losing, support athletes’ development, and address individual needs while considering the team as a whole.
• Organize and supervise well-planned, safe, and efficient practices and games; use coaching staff effectively and prepare the team for games, matches, or meets.
• Act ethically and professionally as a positive role model; respect, encourage, motivate, and inspire athletes.
• Develop team concepts within the KS values framework; promote sportsmanship, respect for rules and officials, and a balance between skill development and team concepts.
• Provide athletes with an enjoyable experience and support them in reaching their potential.
• Handle administrative responsibilities, including disciplinary matters, student-athlete medical and academic eligibility, grade checks, records, timesheets, and human resources requirements.
• Act responsibly with equipment and uniforms; assist equipment and locker room personnel as needed, with sport planning and budgeting, and with equipment inventory.
• Communicate effectively with athletes, parents, faculty, administrators, other coaches, and the community; provide information to the school and media in a timely manner and promote the program locally and statewide.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED