Middle School Cheer Coach

North Plainfield School District • North Plainfield, NJ

3d • $6,085 • Onsite

About The Position

The North Plainfield School District is seeking a dynamic, student-centered, and experienced leader to serve as the Middle School Cheer Coach at North Plainfield Middle School. North Plainfield is a diverse and vibrant community committed to developing the whole child through academics, athletics, and extracurricular opportunities. Our athletic programs emphasize excellence, sportsmanship, teamwork, leadership, and character development. We are seeking a coach who is passionate about building a comprehensive cheer program that supports student-athletes both on and off the court.

Requirements

• Valid New Jersey Teaching Certificate or New Jersey Substitute Certificate
• Current certification in CPR, AED, and First Aid (or obtain prior to the season)
• Demonstrated knowledge of cheerleading fundamentals, sideline cheer, game-day responsibilities, safety standards, stunting progressions, and choreography
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, parents, school administration, athletic administration, and the high school coaching staff
• Knowledge of NJSIAA, school district, and Board of Education policies governing athletics and extracurricular activities
• Successful completion of all district employment requirements
• Successful completion of all required NJSIAA coaching education requirement

Nice To Haves

• Previous cheerleading coaching and/or competitive cheer experience

Responsibilities

• Organize practices
• Supervise students
• Maintain a safe learning environment
• Foster an academic-based athletic culture by encouraging academic excellence, accountability, and positive citizenship while supporting student-athletes in achieving success both in the classroom and in cheerleading.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed