ARCHULETA SCHOOL DISTRICT 50 JOINT

TITLE:

High School Head Cheer Coach

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Experience in the sport of cheerleading is highly preferred, but is not required
2. Good communication and organizational skills
3. Ability to positively and professionally motivate and engage student-athletes
4. Current or be able to obtain First Aide, CPR and AED certification prior to coaching student-athletes
5. Qualify for district transportation certification to transport student-athletes
6. Qualify for CHSAA Certification and complete prior to coaching student-athletes
7. Qualify for Archuleta School District 50 Joint employment based on a background check
8. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may find appropriate and acceptable

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work requires periods of light to medium physical activity and requires long periods of time standing and/or walking.  Most of the work requires the physical demands of coaching the fundamentals of the sport of cheerleading.

REPORTS TO: 

Pagosa Springs High School Athletic Director/Assistant Principal, and Principal, or person designated by the Board or the superintendent

JOB GOAL:  

To coach student-athletes in competitive and game-day cheerleading techniques to prepare them for game days and competition and to motivate student-athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport of cheerleading

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:    

1. Works with cheerleaders during practices, games and competitions
2. Holds organizational meetings for team prospects and parents and encourages students to participate
3. Assesses skills and assigns team positions
4. Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development
5. Works with the Athletic Director in scheduling facilities for practices and competition
6. Coaches and instructs cheerleaders, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport of cheerleading
7. Observes cheerleaders, during events and practice to determine the needs for individual or team improvement
8. Establishes and maintains standards of behavior and provides proper supervision of students at all times
9. Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met
10. Follows established procedures in the event of an injury
11. Conferences with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding the performance of their student
12. Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the sport
13. Models positive sportsmanship and maintains appropriate conduct towards cheerleaders, officials, and spectators
14. Acts as a team representative and promotes cheerleading by communicating with the news media, booster clubs, service clubs, and other organizations
15. Follows established procedures for ordering and maintaining supplies and uniforms
16. Works with the Athletic Director to develop a policy for awards and submits a list of award winners at the end of the season
17. Participates in special activities to include parent’s night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies
18. Maintains emergency data cards,
19. Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities. Organize and run efficient practices
20. Maintains an accurate, up to date budget of both fundraised monies and the District budget
21. Organizes and conducts a summer cheerleading camp
22. Organizes and conducts a summer cheerleading program that may include weight training, skill development, cheerleading competition, and physical conditioning
23. Attends staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance
24. Participates in a school-wide student-athlete character development program
25. Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:          

Salary:                      $4,020 per school season (2 seasons per year)

Work Schedule:        As designated by the CHSAA sports seasons and the Athletic Director

Benefits:                   None

Hours:                      As designated by the Athletic Director

FLSA Status:            Non-exempt/classified

EVALUATION:                     

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the School District Board's policy on athletic evaluation.