HS Head Cheer Coach - Sumner Academy (SY 26-27)

KCK•Kansas City, KS

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) is seeking a Head Cheer Coach for Sumner Academy for the 26-27 school year. KCKPS is a large, nationally recognized urban school district serving approximately 22,000 students. Sumner Academy is a highly-rated high school. The Head Coach is responsible for all levels and all phases of their sport, ensuring tasks are completed correctly and on schedule. This role involves enforcing rules, supervising athletes, maintaining records, implementing schedules, and overseeing coaching staff.

Requirements

Certified teacher or qualify for Rule 10 certification through the Kansas State High School Activities Association.
Successful completion of a criminal background check.
Current certification in CPR and AED.

Responsibilities

Enforce all rules of the Kansas State High School Activities Association.
Supervise student athletes during all facets of participation (competition travel, meetings, practices, etc.) to ensure safety and adherence to district policies.
Maintain a variety of records for compliance with district, athletic conference, state, and KSHSAA requirements (e.g., physical exams, concussion forms, insurance waivers, emergency contacts, rosters, statistics, equipment inventory).
Verify that all necessary forms are completed before a candidate is issued equipment or allowed to practice.
Ensure all transfer students meet KSHSAA eligibility requirements.
Ensure all participating students have purchased the required activity ticket.
Implement and manage practice schedules, facility usage, and staff assignments, submitting schedules to administration.
Supervise practice sessions and maintain locker room security.
Report all injuries of participants to proper school officials according to the coach's handbook and Board of Education policy.
Support and follow the recommendations of athletic trainers regarding student safety and participation.
Support and conform to established decisions and policies of the school and USD 500.
Organize a system for uniform and equipment checkout, maintain equipment inventory, enforce rules regarding equipment care, and ensure accountability at the end of each season.
Inform administration of equipment needs to maintain safety and performance.
Maintain records of evaluation procedures and assess student athletes for feedback and team placement.
Conduct and attend supporting activities such as league meetings, parent orientations, recognition events, and banquets.
Develop team and individual practice regimes (strength, speed, agility, nutrition, injury prevention) to enhance performance.
Evaluate facilities and playing fields for hazards and recommend modifications to reduce injury risk.
Oversee coaching personnel and student managers, providing direction and monitoring activities.
Guide coaching personnel in instructional techniques, practice organization, and supervision responsibilities.
Assign duties to coaching personnel and prepare written evaluations for each coach at the conclusion of the season.
Advise coaching personnel, parents, and athletes on expectations of good sportsmanship and KSHSAA Rule 52.
Monitor student athlete academic eligibility according to KSHSAA and USD 500 policies.
Provide appropriate intervention (counseling, tutoring) to students needing assistance to maintain academic eligibility.
Report all team scores to appropriate media outlets and prepare other public information releases as needed (High School Only).
Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal and/or Athletic Director.