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Adrian, MI: Posted February 4, 2025
Positions Available: Assistant Cheerleading Coach
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Date Position Available: Immediately Available

Application Procedure:

• Please send your resume, references and cover letter to Jenni Wheaton.
• She will review candidates and initiate the interview process immediately.

Job Description:

• Assistant Cheer Coach
  • Work Schedule:
    • Full-time
    • 11 month position; includes a stipend, housing and utilities, meal plan, and medical coverage; evening/weekend work and travel are required

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• 1-3 years of coaching experience or extensive cheer background
• Proficiency in basic computer skills
• Must be able to perform duties within the normal bounds of an office environment as well as stand for long periods of time. Must also be able to jump, bend, squat, and demonstrate a variety of techniques to student athletes.
• The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous All-Star Cheer experience is preferred. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who is able to work independently and collectively w/head coach, has excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills (orally and in writing) and will be someone who is able to interpret, apply and comply with all NCAA Division III rules and regulations.

Essential Responsibilities:

• This position involves frequent verbal, written, and email correspondence with students, parents, faculty and staff. The successful candidate will:
• Assist the Head Coach with all aspects of coaching, program and team management, and planning and execution of practices for the sideline cheer and competitive cheer teams.
• Recruit prospective student athletes for both teams.
• Adhere to and ensure compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and/or the Athletic Director

More Information about the Job:

• Adrian College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and women and minorities are encouraged to apply. If offered a position, finalist must furnish proof of U.S. citizenship or proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. within three (3) days of commencing employment.

Helena, MT: Posted February 12, 2025
Positions Available: Head Cheer Coach
Application Deadline: April 2025
Date Position Available: Now

Application Procedure:

• For consideration, please submit the following materials electronically to employment@carroll.edu. Applications will be reviewed as submitted and the position will remain open until filled:
  • Cover letter
  • Resume
  • Contact information for at least three professional references

Job Description:

• Carroll College invites applications for the position of Head Cheer Coach. Responsibilities for this 10 month, part-time position include oversight of all aspects of the day-to-day operations including but not limited to: scheduling of dance competitions, coordination of spirit events, the recruitment and retention of quality student-athletes; fiscal management of operating budget; skill and technique development; donor fundraising; alumni and community relations; coordination of youth engagement experiences; and possible additional duties within the Department of Athletics. The successful candidate must be able to develop positive relationships with faculty, staff, students, media, alumni, and donors while interacting successfully with department personnel and the college community. The Head Cheer Coach must manage the cheer program in compliance with all national association, conference and institutional rules and regulations, while aligning the management of the dance program with the mission of Carroll College.

Required Qualifications:

• The successful candidate will have 3 years demonstrated successful cheer instruction experience.

More Information about the Job:

• Carroll College is a leading private, liberal arts college in the American West. Carroll’s campus rests on 63 acres at the edge of downtown and historic Helena, the capital city of Montana. The surrounding beauty of the Rocky Mountains and Montana fosters wonder and awe, giving the perfect backdrop to a worldly education. More than 75 miles of hiking and biking trails are just minutes from campus, and Helena is in close proximity to the Continental Divide Trail, natural hot springs, Great Divide Ski Area and the Missouri River. Yellowstone National Park and Glacier National Park are just a few hours away.
• Founded in 1909, Carroll College warmly embraces its identity as a diocesan, Catholic college. Carroll represents a beacon of light in the community, welcoming all persons in a cooperative journey toward knowledge and virtue.

Danville, KY: Posted February 25, 2025
Positions Available: Head Cheer Coach
Application Deadline: March 3, 2025
Date Position Available: April 1, 2025

Application Procedure:

• Apply here: http://apply.interfolio.com/163977
• Centre College uses Interfolio as their Applicant Tracking Software to review all applications for employment. From the Apply button on the Centre Employment Page, you will be linked to create an Interfolio Account. You will then set up a Dossier Account following the software instructions. For the I am Question, select Other for Staff Openings. Agree to Terms of usage and then Create your Profile. Once your account is set up, you will select your opportunity from your Home Page, Complete Application Questions, Upload Cover Letter, CV/Resume/ and References. Once the application and uploads are complete you will Submit your application. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. If you need any assistance with the application process, please contact stephanie.franklin@centre.edu.

Job Description:

• The Head Cheer Coach provides leadership in all coaching, recruiting, and administrative duties for a nationally competitive cheer program. The individual reports to the Deputy Director of Athletics. Secondary duty will be determined.
• The Head Cheer Coach is a visible position that carries significant influence, and thus requires strong character and work ethic.
• Essential Job Functions:
  • Organize, prepare, and conduct practices, trainings, and competitions
  • Successfully recruit student-athletes in accordance with all Centre College, Southern Athletic Association, and NCAA rules and regulations, and mindful of the College’s core values of diversity and inclusion
  • While leading, monitoring, and coordinating training and practice sessions, ensuring all appropriate safety guidelines are followed
  • Responsible for program budget to include travel, equipment, and recruiting expenses
  • Directing all aspects of the team
  • Expectation of being present, on campus, for your student-athletes throughout the academic year
  • Creating and maintaining a critical relationship with the Office of Admissions
  • Lead the holistic development of cheer student-athletes
  • Represent the program and the College to students, parents, community, alumni, and the general public
  • Manage the daily operations and administration facets of the cheer program
  • Establish team standards, expectations, values, and culture that align with the athletic department and the College
  • Attend continuing education to stay up to date on safety, skills, and technique
  • Build, and ultimately, maintain a roster of recruited student-athletes
  • Work with strength and conditioning staff to create training programs in order to maintain appropriate preparedness to meet the demands of the sport
  • Work with athletic training staff to ensure emergency procedures are followed and posted, and all appropriate protocol is followed
  • Ensure team members receive proper training before attempting gymnastics or partnered stunts
  • Work in conjunction with members of the athletic administration and support staff in regard to staffing needs, strategic budgeting, facility needs and enhancements, fundraising, alumni development, and program promotion
  • Make appropriate recommendations to athletic administration in regard to maintenance concerns and enhancement needs for facilities
  • Initiate new endeavors that will raise the level of awareness of Centre Athletics within our campus, and community
  • Initiate and coordinate an increased level of community outreach endeavors
  • Serve as advisor for the dance team
  • Actively participate in department-wide initiatives
  • Demonstrate an appreciation for and sensitivity to a diverse academic community, fostering an inclusive environment for students, faculty, and staff from a variety of social, economic, cultural, ideological, racial, and ethnic backgrounds.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics

Required Qualifications:

• Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree with previous cheer experience as a coach or participant is required.
  • CPR, AED, and First-Aid certifications will be required prior to first practice date.
  • Relevant certifications for cheer.
  • High integrity and ethical standards are required, along with enthusiasm for the mission of Centre College and Centre Athletics
• Knowledge and Skills
  • Demonstrated knowledge and coaching skills of the sport of cheer
  • A commitment to the Division III philosophy
  • Knowledge of NCAA, UCA/NCA and SAA rules; and a demonstrated ability to recruit, retain, and mentor student-athletes are essential.
  • Additional qualifications include communication skills that allow for the ability to teach, motivate, and counsel student-athletes effectively as well as being self-motivated, positive, energetic, eager to teach, and a willingness to travel.
  • Ability to foster a team environment as well as the ability and desire to work successfully within a team-oriented athletic department is essential.
  • Fully embrace and practice the department’s priorities of Recruit, Educate/Train, Compete, and Inspire.

More Information about the Job:

• Centre College is a premier national liberal arts college that serves approximately 1,400 students and provides a supportive community and a flexible, personal academic path to a meaningful life and career. Founded in 1819, Centre accomplishes its goals in an atmosphere of caring and respectful relationships among faculty, students, and staff. The College has an endowment in excess of $420 million and an operating budget of more than $65 million.
• Centre welcomes and supports diversity. The College strives to create an environment where differences are celebrated, where individuals can exchange ideas and share in the richness of mutual experiences. Please view our Statement of Community.
• Located in Danville, KY, the historic, picturesque 150-acre campus is 30 miles from Lexington, in the famed Bluegrass Region of Central Kentucky.

Columbus, GA: Posted October 24, 2024
Positions Available: Graduate Assistant (2)
Application Deadline: Until filled
Date Position Available: Spring Semester 2025

Application Process:

• Contact:
  • Jimbo Davis: 706 -593-2761
  • Or E-mail a resume: Jimbo@columbusstate.edu

Job Description:

• Position Description:
  • Columbus State University invites applications for the (2) position of a Cheerleading Graduate Assistant. The successful applicant must meet the admission requirements for the University’s Graduate programs.
• This position reports directly to the Head Cheerleading Coach and will assist cheer coaches with duties associated with the cheerleading program, including but not limited to:
  • Conducting practices
  • Attending athletics contests
  • Recruiting
  • Choreographing routines.
  • Supervision of Study Hall
  • Scheduling and organizing fundraising events and camps
  • Preparations associated with competitive events

Essential Responsibilities:

• Graduate Assistants will tuition for graduate courses taken and as well as a stipend. This position is contingent upon acceptance into the one of Columbus State University Graduate programs.
• A student holding an appointment as a graduate assistant must be fully admitted to a Columbus State University graduate degree, diploma or certificate program, be in good academic standing (GPA 3.0), and earn a minimum of nine semester hours of graduate course work (or required prerequisites) during the period in which the assistantship is held (tuition waiver pertains to a maximum of ten hours). Students granted full assistantships are not permitted to reduce their course load to less than 9 hours and retain the assistantship.
• Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled. Columbus State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, Committed to Diversity in Hiring.
• A successful criminal background check will be required as a condition of employment. Make a time commitment of 19 hours/week to the Athletic Department . You will be required to commit to certain set number of office hours every week. The scheduling of hours is flexible based on class and work schedules. Additional hours will be scheduled depending on weekly staffing needs (e.g., for information meetings, orientation meetings, other presentations).

Required Qualifications:

• USA certification or the ability to become certified
• First Aid Certified or the ability to become certified
• Prior College Cheerleading Experience
• Coaching Experienced Preferred
• Tumbling Experience Preferred
• Valid Driver’s License

Desired Qualifications:

• Due to recruiting and overnight travel, applicants must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record; must be able to obtain a State of Missouri vehicle operator’s license within 30 days of employment and must qualify to operate a vehicle within the CMU guidelines (including obtaining a CDL). Ability to gain and maintain CMU driving approval is required.
• Must be able to travel for extended periods of time for athletic contests, recruiting activities and athletic fundraising events.
• Candidates should submit an application, cover letter, and resume to Human Resources. Applications and instructions are located on the website at www.centralmethodist.edu.

More Information about the Job:

• If you have any questions, please contact the Jimbo Davis, CSU Athletics at 706-568-2317 or e-mail to Jimbo@columbusstate.edu.

Omaha, NE: Posted February 3, 2025
Positions Available: Director of Spirit Programs
Application Deadline: 3/1/2025
Date Position Available: 2/1/2025

Application Process:

• Apply online here: https://creighton.referrals.selectminds.com/jobs/director-of-spirit-programs-4522

Job Description:

• The Director of Spirit Programs will recruit, manage, lead, and administer the cheer team, dance team, pep band, Blue Crew,
  and mascot programs. The director will also serve as the head coach of the cheer or dance team. This position will also assist
  the marketing and fan experience team in the promotion of athletic events through campus and community outreach efforts.
• At all times employees are expected to uphold Creighton’s core values and demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment, while adhering to all University Ethical Standards of Conduct, rules, regulations, and job requirements, including required educational trainings.
  Manage the daily operation of all spirit programs, including the cheer team, dance team, and the Billy Bluejay mascot program. We anticipate a cheer team of 25-30 members and a dance team consisting of 20-30 members.
• Serve as the head cheer team coach and manage and oversee the dance team and mascot program.
• Manages and supervises the evaluation and selection of cheerleaders and dance squad members.
• Coach or oversee the coaching of spirit program members in the proper techniques.
• Recruit strong students for spirit programs.
• Work with admissions office to identify potential students through various outreach efforts including campus tours and other admissions office recruiting efforts.
• Manage equipment and apparel inventory.
• Manage spirit program budget.
• Serve as operational director for spirit squad assignments which includes home game appointments, community assignments, and road trips.
• Manage community outreach efforts through the spirit program to promote and maximize the Creighton University and Athletics brand.
• Engage with students and campus groups in collaboration with athletics marketing and fan experience team to help drive student attendance and engagement across all Creighton athletic and campus events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree preferred.
  
• 3-6 years’ experience in collegiate spirit groups, coaching, or marketing.
  
• Familiarity with management, leadership preferred.

Lebanon, TN: Posted February 25. 2025
Positions Available: Cheer/Dance Graduate Assistant
Application Deadline: Until filled
Date Position Available: 2/24/2024

Application Process:

• Applicants should apply using the link below: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=127791&clientkey=DEB43C3FD051B594AA4F4829C8587DC3

Job Description:

• Responsibilities will include assisting the Head Coach in areas of practice organization, organizing travel accommodations, program administration, fundraising, recruitment, study programs, and other duties as assigned by either the Head Coach, Assistant Coach, or Athletic Director. Successful candidates should display great integrity and have a demonstrated commitment to our mission and values of learning and leadership.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be accepted into a graduate school program at Cumberland University
• Previous college cheerleading/dance experience preferred
• Knowledge of elite level cheer/dance skills
• Must have the ability to work with Microsoft Office/Google Drive programs
• Excellent teamwork and team building skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong work ethic

Birmingham, AL: Posted February 4, 2025
Positions Available: Head Dance Team Coach
Application Deadline: March 1, 2025
Date Position Available: March 14, 2025

Application Procedure: 

• Contact Alisa McCool at amcool@samford.edu for more information: amccool@samford.edu

Columbia, SC: Posted February 12, 2025
Positions Available: Head Cheer Coach
Application Deadline: 3/22/25
Date Position Available: Now

Application Procedure: 

• Applications should be made via the University of South Carolina careers website: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/183109/.

Job Description:

• Reporting to the Associate Athletics Director of Marketing and Fan Experience, the Head Cheerleading Coach will oversee the training, mentoring and coaching of all members of the All-Girl and Co-Ed cheerleading teams as well as the students that serve as the University mascot.
• The Head Cheerleading Coach will work with the marketing department and other spirit staff to ensure our cheerleading program enhances the game day experience for sporting events. They will work with athletics staff to coordinate all cheerleading and mascot appearances and to ensure students represent Gamecock Athletics and the University in a positive way.
• Responsible for the day-to-day administration needs for the cheerleading program including budget planning, travel logistics, social media management and practice/competition scheduling. The head coach will be responsible for building out coaching staff that could include part-time and/or volunteer coaches and support staff.
• In addition to preparing the cheerleading teams for appearances and sporting events, the head coach is responsible for preparing the team for the NCA or UCA Nationals Competitions each year.

Required Qualifications:

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 5 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with National Cheerleaders Association (NCA) and/or Universal Dance Association (UDA) rules and competitions and experience coaching cheerleading at the DI collegiate level.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Associate Athletics Director of Marketing and Fan Experience, maintain communication to ensure full understanding of expectations of cheerleaders at all times that they are representing the University of South Carolina. This includes monitoring academic standing of all cheerleaders, maintaining communication with team physicians as it relates to any injuries, rehab and overall safety and health of cheerleaders.
• Oversee the day-to-day administration needs for the program including budget planning, travel logistics, social media management and practice/competition scheduling, oversight of mascot appearances, assistant/volunteer coaches, and additional tasks assigned by Athletics Director or Sport Administrator.
• Manage overall coaching duties during practices and competitions, assigning as needed to assistant coaches. Coaching duties include organizing and implementing individual practice plans, assisting team with preparation and practice, coach teams during athletic events and at competitions, formulate strategy to enhance the program, and oversee a recruiting or tryout program each year for the team.

Greenville, PA: Posted October 24, 2024
Positions Available: Assistant Cheer Coach
Application Deadline: Until Filled
Date Position Available: 10/16/2024

Application Procedure: 

• Send letter of interest, comprehensive resume, and contact information for three professional references, by clicking here.
• Applicant materials will be reviewed as received and will be accepted until the position is filled.

Job Description:

• Thiel College seeks an Assistant Cheerleading Coach. This position reports to the Head Cheerleading Coach and the Director of Athletics. The selected candidates will assist the Head Cheerleading Coach in all aspects of the college’s cheerleading program while holistically developing student-athletes into leaders.

Required Qualifications:

• Applicants are required to have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Prior coaching and/or collegiate playing experience preferred.

Desired Qualifications:

• Candidates must be self-motivated, possess strong communication skills, and have solid organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills. They must also strive for excellence and take pride in everything they do.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all NCAA and institutional guidelines, policies, and rules. Demonstrate professional behavior while operating with integrity.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Teach/instruct student-athletes in their designated sport (primary duty of all coaches).
  • Assist the Head Coach in all aspects of game and practice preparations.
  • Mentor and monitor the student-athlete’s academic progress.
  • Evaluate student-athletes academically and athletically.
  • Assist in planning and implementing pre/post workout program.
  • Assist with fundraising activities.
  • Assist with community service planning and implementation.
  • Recruit, retain, and graduate quality student-athletes for Thiel College and the athletic program.
  • Serve as a gameday administrator.
  • Follow all rules and guidelines for NCAA and Thiel College.
  • Perform other administrative duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics and Head Coach.

More Information about the Job:

• This is a part-time, 10-month paid position with a $10,000 stipend, on-campus housing, a cell phone stipend, and a meal plan.
• Thiel College is committed to attracting a culturally and professionally diverse faculty and staff who engage our students by providing a rich and fulfilling curricular and co-curricular experience.