Assistant Cheerleading Coach

About the role

The Assistant Cheerleading Coach will be reporting to the head coach, in conjunction with the athletic director, for the 2026-27 school year.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the aims and objectives of the sport program as outlined by the head coach.
• Instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training necessary for individual and team success.
• Help athletes appreciate the values of discipline and sportsmanship and increase their self-esteem.
• Absorb and abide by existing state and league regulations.
• Schedule contests and practices, ensuring proper safeguards for equipment sites.
• Prepare for and adhere to scheduled sport events and practices, respecting facility times.
• Maintain and protect assigned equipment sites.
• Recommend budgetary items for the next year in the area of the program.
• Explain team training rules, "Code of Conduct," and other relevant policies to athletes.
• Ensure the health and welfare of students in the sport, providing appropriate attention to injuries, illnesses, or incapacitation.
• Attend all staff meetings and carry out scouting assignments as outlined by the head coach.
• Teach athletes to respect equipment and school property, its care, and use.
• Maintain necessary paperwork such as attendance records, inventory of uniforms and equipment, and parent permission forms.

Requirements

• Valid Connecticut coaching certification or temporary emergency coaching permit.
• Updated first aid/CPR training approved by Connecticut State Department of Education.
• Knowledge and background in cheerleading.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge and implementation of policies and procedures in the student-athlete handbook.
• Responsible for the general health and welfare of students in the sport.
• Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all student and parent requests or grievances through proper channels.
• Does not criticize, admonish, or argue with the head coach or any staff member in the presence of players or parents.
• Assists in maintaining cleanliness and monitoring athletes in all athletic work areas.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to manage and organize equipment and schedules.
• Leadership and team-building abilities.
• First aid and CPR certification.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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