Football Cheer Coach

The High School Football Cheerleading Coach is responsible for developing and overseeing a cheerleading program that promotes school spirit, sportsmanship, and teamwork. The coach will provide leadership, skill development, and guidance to student-athletes while ensuring safety, inclusion, and adherence to school and state regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and conduct effective practices that develop skills in cheer, dance, stunting, and tumbling.
• Design and implement routines for performances at athletic events, pep rallies, and competitions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of cheerleading rules, trends, and competition standards.
• Foster a positive and inclusive team culture that promotes school spirit and student involvement.
• Develop and enforce team rules, expectations, and conduct standards.
• Ensure all cheerleading activities comply with safety regulations and best practices.
• Provide proper supervision at all practices, games, events, and competitions.
• Monitor and maintain equipment, uniforms, and facilities.
• Respond appropriately to injuries and ensure athletes follow return-to-play protocols.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Previous cheerleading coaching or participation experience.
• Knowledge of cheerleading techniques, stunting safety, and competition rules.
• CPR, First Aid, and concussion certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as needed.