Cheer Coach Job Description
Cheer coach
provides timely and accurate information and interpret academic requirements as well as University policies and procedures to assigned advisees and general University community.
Cheer Coach Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective cheer coach job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included cheer coach job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Lead all aspects of the Boise State Spirit Squad consisting of the cheer, dance, and mascot program
Commitment to and responsibility for adhering to all rules and regulations of the Department, the University, the Kentucky Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and the NAIA
Monitor academic progress of Competitive Cheer and Dance student-athletes
Schedule practice facilities and times
Act as a liaison with the Financial Aid Office to determine financial aid Recruit high school and transfer students for the University's Competitive Cheer and Dance program
Coordinate mailings related to the Competitive Cheer and Dance program
In conjunction with the Director of Athletics, develop itineraries for competition trips
In conjunction with the Director of Athletics, develop Competitive Cheer and Dance schedule
Provide budget recommendations to Director of Athletics and manage expenditures to stay within approved amounts in both operations and scholarship budgets
Develop and implement sound disciplinary practices and policies which incorporate a high level of communication, consistency and interim sanctioning steps when appropriate
Cheer Coach Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Cheer Coach
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: CPR, AED, AACCA, NCAA, ESL, NAIA, TAMU, TAMUK, LSC, UCA
Education for Cheer Coach
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the cheer coach job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Collage Degree in Coaching, Education, Dance, Communication, Philosophy, Administration, Management, Teaching, Athletic, Graduate
Skills for Cheer Coach
Desired skills for cheer coach include:
Assigned subject area
Coaching techniques and procedures for respective sport rules
Curriculum and instruction strategies
LISD
Relevant technology
School regulations and policies for classroom teachers
State
Curriculum and instruction
Core academic subject assigned
AACCA and NCAA regulations and university policies and procedures
Desired experience for cheer coach includes:
In conjunction with the Director of Athletics, hire assistant coaches and identify volunteer assistant coaches while adhering to Point Park University human resources hiring policies
Supervise and evaluate assistant and volunteer coaches
Design, coordinate and oversee mandatory fund raising activities for the Competitive Cheer and Dance program
Design, coordinate and oversee community service projects for the Competitive Cheer and Dance program
Keep abreast of and implement new information and technologies such as visualizations, sports psychology, weight training, self-awareness techniques, , to improve the program
Attend one professional development activity each year
Cheer Coach Examples
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Cheer Coach Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking for a cheer coach. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for cheer coach
- Work compatibly and cooperatively with the staff and personnel of the athletics department
- Become Point Park University van certified and maintain certification
- Schedule and attend various meetings
- Prepare information for media relations
- Design programs and supervise personnel used for camps
- Develop and update policies and procedures covering the Competitive Cheer and Dance program or athletics program in general
- Coordinate administrative duties determined by the Director of Athletics
- Assist the Head Coach with planning and coordinating practices and tactics
- Assist with pre-season and in-season training and conditioning of student-athletes
- Assist the Head Coach in the total recruiting process including evaluation, travel, correspondence, and personal contacts
Qualifications for cheer coach
- Assist the Head Coach in developing the schedule, travel, disciplinary, fund raising and Community service program as it relates to the Competitive Cheer and Dance program
- Attend departmental meetings when necessary
- Attend awards ceremonies
- The coach’s primary role is to provide instruction and coaching
- Supervises the activities of the other assistant basketball coaches at the school
- Plans and implements the basketball program at the school
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Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a cheer coach. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for cheer coach
- Organizes game plans effectively, drill plans
- Cooperates with morale-building groups, such as parent clubs, letterman clubs
- Assumes other duties or responsibilities as needed
- Recruit students in accordance with the mission of Buena Vista University and the goals of the program for the spirit cheer squad, competitive cheer team, dance team and mascot
- Monitor academic performance and implement team, athletics department, and University measures to support their academic performance
- Successfully work in conjunction with university personnel to retain students at the institution
- Oversee two part-time assistant coaches who assist with the spirit cheer squad and dance teams, while maintain primary coaching responsibilities for the competitive cheer team
- Evaluate the performance of the assistant coach
- Oversee program budgets and follow budgetary guidelines established by the Athletics Administration
- Work with the Director of Athletic Performance for pre-season, in-season, and off-season training and conditioning programs
Qualifications for cheer coach
- Cooperate with the Athletic Training staff to ensure students receive proper medical attention and physical training services
- Coordinate all activities in preparation for practices, home/away athletic events, conference/regional/national competitions, department and university needs for appearances, and community involvement
- Enforce and maintain appropriate safety standards and procedures
- Plan and coordinate fundraising and alumni engagement efforts
- Attend appropriate athletics department staff meetings
- Assist the Athletics Administration in resolving cases where a student violates an applicable regulation
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Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of cheer coach. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for cheer coach
- Recruiting responsibilities include
- Promotes GCU Club Sports and may attend various events
- Coordinates and conducts cheerleading recruitment and scheduled tryouts for the UHD cheer squad
- Schedules and conducts preseason training / competition preparation by offering 2-3 weekly practice sessions for squad to include functional, endurance and skill based training
- Choreographs and plans all performance/appearance material for UHD cheer squad
- Consulting with cheer club officers with maintaining an annual calendar/schedule for cheer squad performances/appearances to include practices, departmental needs, university needs and community involvement
- Be a vigilant presence and leader at team performances (men’s and women’s basketball games) and competitions to include showing up early, coordinating pre-performance activities, determine participation criteria based on a fair yet skill based criteria, motivate and coach team throughout performance and conclude activities with a post-performance meeting to recap strengths and weaknesses
- Consulting with cheer club officers with scheduling and planning fundraising efforts for summer camps, local/regional/national competitions and other financial needs for UHD cheer squad
- Enforces and maintains appropriate safety standards and procedures associated with the involvement in cheerleading
- Attends monthly meetings with the Sports Coordinator and Fitness Coordinator to discuss the progress and future plans of the team
Qualifications for cheer coach
- 3+ years of coaching
- Prior NCAAA Cheerleading Coaching Experience
- High School Diploma or some
- Minimum of 1 year experience in coaching cheer
- A combination of education and experience may be substituted for the requirements listed
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to relate effectively with a variety of individuals to include students, coaches, other staff, physicians, parents, teachers and administrators
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Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of cheer coach. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for cheer coach
- Pursues recruitment efforts at various high schools, cheer camps or other venues in an effort to recruit the best members for a UHD cheer squad
- Manage and schedule appearance requests for the cheer, dance, and mascot programs in the department, University, community and private events to promote the program
- Coordinate practices, conditioning, participation and performances at all home football games, basketball games, volleyball matches, athletic events, community events and other events as requested
- Choreograph, teach and practice various routines on a daily basis to prepare for games and performances
- Instruct team members in the proper techniques for fundamentals of cheer and dance
- Ensure participants are dedicated to their academics and meet University standards for academic success
- Recruit cheer and dance team members that meet university academic standards, perform at a high level and can contribute to improving the programs
- Collaborate regularly with the Marching Band
- This position must be able to work weekends, evenings and possible holidays with travel to away athletic events when needed
- Ensure emphasis on safety and compliance with AACAA, NCAA, and conference rules and regulations
Qualifications for cheer coach
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities simultaneously
- 4 year college degree in sports performance
- High school or collegiate cheer and dance experience
- Sensitivity to the organizations culture and values
- At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may be closed once a sufficient number of qualified applications has been received
- Three (3) - Five (5) years experience in Cheer
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Cheer Coach Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of cheer coach. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for cheer coach
- Be responsible for all cheerleading appearances and activities
- Must attend all men’s and women’s basketball home games at EagleBank Arena
- Travel with the team to Atlantic 10 Tournament games as required providing coordination, coaching, support and encouragement
- Actively support the academic integrity of the university, keeping academics and achievement of a degree as the highest priority for the students
- Provide appropriate and necessary guidance, advising, and counseling for the squad members
- Be aware and abide by the rules of confidentiality (Buckley Amendment)
- Be knowledgeable of and steadfastly use current accepted safety practices and procedures for all Cheerleading activities and maintain a safe and healthy environment for the students
- Effectively recruit the best students within the admissions, financial and regulatory constraints established by the university
- Participate in fundraising efforts and special events
- Supervise & Instruct/Coach Cheerleaders and Costumed Mascots on skill development and performance routines for games & events
Qualifications for cheer coach
- AACCA certification at the time of hire or within 14 days of hire
- CPR & First Aid certification at the time of hire or within 14 days of hire
- Previous experience in cheer, jazz, ballet, tap, gymnastics
- Experience as a cheerleader or dancer at the collegiate level
- American Association of Cheerleading Coaches and Administration (AACCA) certification or completed within one month of hire
- First Aid and CPR certification or completed within one month of hire