Cheerleading Assistant Coach

About the role

The Academy of Our Lady of Peace is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Cheerleading Assistant Coach to support our growing cheer program. With a record number of student-athletes this season, the Assistant Coach will play a vital role in providing supervision, individual skill development, and safety oversight during practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach in planning and executing daily practices, stunt progressions, and conditioning routines.
• Ensure student-athlete safety by strictly enforcing proper stunting, tumbling, and spotting techniques—particularly during competition preparation.
• Provide supervision and guidance to team members at practices.
• Serve as a positive role model, fostering sportsmanship, teamwork, and school spirit aligned with OLP’s mission and values.
• Assist with team administrative tasks, attendance tracking, and equipment management as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Prior coaching or competitive cheerleading experience
• Knowledge of standard CIF cheer rules, safety guidelines, and stunt progressions
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Current First Aid / CPR / AED certification (or willingness to obtain prior to start)

Required Documents & Pre-Employment Requirements

• Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and two professional references from current or former supervisors
• Candidates must also provide official transcripts, a current negative TB test result or TB Risk Assessment Questionnaire, complete required training, and successfully complete Livescan fingerprinting
• Employment is contingent upon obtaining fingerprint clearance from the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

Pay

$17.75–$18 per hour

Schedule

September – February