Assistant Coach, Cheer

Assistant Competitive Cheer Coach

The Assistant Coach for Competitive Cheer will assist the Head Competitive Cheer Coach in carrying out the objectives of the athletics program as outlined by the Head Coach and Athletic Director. The Assistant Coach will instruct student-athletes in the technical skills, safety standards, conditioning, and performance expectations necessary to achieve individual and team success. This position reports to the Head Competitive Cheer Coach in conjunction with the Athletic Director.

Essential Duties

• Adhere to, support, and follow the academic standards and requirements of the College regarding the eligibility of student-athletes.
• Assist student-athletes by providing appropriate guidance and support to promote academic, athletic, and personal success.
• Report any known or suspected violations of NAIA, conference, or College rules and regulations to the Director of Athletics.
• Assist in organizing and supervising all practices, strength and conditioning sessions, competitions, and team activities.
• Assist the Head Coach with instruction in stunting, tumbling, pyramids, baskets, jumps, dance, game-day skills, and competition routines while maintaining a strong commitment to athlete safety.
• Help monitor athlete development, conditioning, and skill progression throughout the season.
• Assist with recruiting prospective student-athletes and representing the program at recruiting events, camps, and college showcases.
• Support travel logistics, equipment management, and other operational responsibilities as assigned.
• Promote a positive team culture built on accountability, sportsmanship, leadership, and respect.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• One or more years of successful cheerleading coaching experience at the high school, college, all-star, or private gym level is preferred.
• Competitive cheerleading experience is strongly preferred.
• Current USA Cheer Safety Certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire) preferred.
• Ability to assess team strengths and areas for improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to teach proper technique while prioritizing athlete safety.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, travel, and competitions.

Candidates Must Have

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate, mentor, and develop student-athletes.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with coaching staff, athletic administration, and campus partners.
• Creativity, flexibility, humility, maturity, and patience.
• Commitment to Wesleyan College's mission and core values.
• Passion for building and growing a successful collegiate competitive cheer program.