Title: Cheerleading Coach - High School Assistant
Reports to: Athletic Director, Principal, Local Superintendent
Work Activity Classification: Medium
Employment Status: Part-time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Qualifications:
State of Ohio Teachers Certificate preferred, not required
Coaching and administrative abilities
Obtain Pupil Activity Supervision Validation & CPR Certification
Ability to relate to and inspire young athletes
Knowledge of the care of and prevention of athletic injuries
Organizational skills and resources to enhance the program
Skill in oral presentations
Able to get along with other coaches
Desire to invest time during season
Knowledge of training and conditioning techniques
Ability to diagnose player deficiencies and prescribe corrective activities
Demonstrate aptitude for successful completion of tasks assigned
Essential Functions:
Attend:
Establish squad rules concerning attendance, practice, and behavior, and enforce them. Make sure each athlete and parent/guardian gets a copy of squad rules prior to the beginning of practice.
Proper attire shall be worn during practice and games.
Supervise all squad members before, during, and after practices and games.
Handle the selection of special awards and attend presentation of these awards.
Prepare and communicate practice and competition schedules to players and athletic director.
Prepare budget and purchase proposal for uniforms and appropriate supplies.
Submit complete squad roster to the athletic director.
Cooperate with administration and coaches in planning pep rallies and other activities.
Be responsible for distribution, collection, care, and proper storage of equipment, uniforms, pom-pom, etc.
Be responsible for the information in the Athletic Handbook and see that all assistants are also aware of this material.
Carry required emergency forms for all squad members to all practices and games.
Responsible for physical cards, emergency medical authorization forms, and code of conduct for all squad members.
Conduct yourself on the field at all times in such a manner that you will not insult players, officials, or spectators. Be responsible for the conduct of your squad members. Teach by example. Encourage positive fan involvement.
Inform all participants of the safety precautions associated with their sport or activity and teach proper skills to reduce the chance of injury.
Check all equipment routinely for safety concerns.
Responsible for reporting and care of all injuries.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible intelligent human beings.
Help instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values.
Conduct other coaching duties as assigned by the athletic director or principal as permitted by the negotiated agreement.
Additional Working Conditions:
Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue.
Occasional interaction among unruly children.
Terms of Employment: