JV Cheerleading Coach

Grand Rapids Public Schools • Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

The JV Cheerleading Coach organizes athletes and teaches the fundamentals of the sport, training students to compete as a team and individually. The coach develops and communicates clear team and individual goals throughout tryouts and the season; maintains communication with students, parents, other coaches, and the Athletic Director; and supports student-athletes’ academic expectations and achievements. The coach helps create a safe, healthy, collaborative environment, models sportsmanship and appropriate leadership, and connects athletic experiences with life experiences. Regular, timely, in-person attendance is an essential function. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years old and pass a criminal background check.
• Playing experience at the high school or college level and/or coaching experience.
• Current First Aid and CPR certifications before the first day of coaching.
• Certificate of completion for an online concussion training course from the Centers for Disease Control or the National Federation of State High School Associations before the first day of coaching.

Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate clear goals for the team and individual players throughout tryouts and the season.
• Maintain open and honest communication with students, parents, other coaches, and the Athletic Director.
• Develop and demonstrate knowledge of coaching best practices relevant to the sport.
• Support and collaborate with coaches in other athletic programs.
• Model and teach skills necessary for success.
• Support students’ academic expectations, responsibilities, and achievements.
• Learn and apply Grand Rapids policies and procedures relating to athletics.
• Promote and enforce the student-athlete code of conduct.
• Connect athletic experiences with life experiences.
• Foster teamwork and collaboration among coaches and players.
• Build rapport with the Grand Rapids community, including administrators, coaches, parents, and students.
• Model good sportsmanship.
• Create and maintain a safe and healthy environment for student-athletes.
• Understand the coach’s leadership style and its impact on student-athletes.
• Wear professional and appropriate attire at games and practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED