JOB TITLE: High School Cheerleader Asst. Sponsor (Fall and Winter) (extracurricular assignment)
FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Not applicable. Paid via stipend.
WORK DAYS: High School Cheerleading seasons are defined by ISHAA.
STANDARD HOURS PER DAY: Varies and are outside of contracted hours/school day.
WORK YEAR: High School Cheerleading seasons are defined by ISHAA.
SALARY SCHEDULE & BENEFITS: The High School Cheerleader Asst. Sponsor is paid on the “Teachers Athletic Extracurricular” salary schedule, paid via stipend during the season. The Teacher assigned to fulfill the duties of Sponsor is eligible for benefits on the “Teachers” benefits schedule due to his/her employment as a teacher, not due to being responsible for these extracurricular duties.
The High School Cheerleader Asst. Sponsor that is not a Teacher or Non-Certified employee, but is a Lay Coach, defined as non-certified employee used only in the Athletic Program, is paid during season via stipend and not eligible for benefits.
REPORTS TO: The Athletic Director and the AD’s Designee.
SUPERVISES: The High School Cheerleader Asst. Sponsor does not supervise other staff members.
GENERAL SUMMARY: The High School Cheerleader Asst. Sponsor promotes an appreciation for teamwork, sportsmanship and excellence. The High School Cheerleader Asst. Sponsor sets an exemplary example and provides leadership and supervision for the team and individuals.
The assistant to the Cheerleading Sponsor will help with choreography and teaching routines to the squad, ensuring all activities are safe. They will support the Sponsor in organizing practice schedules, supervising the team during games, and coordinating other school spirit events. The assistant will also help with managing logistics and communication to ensure the team's success.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Assist in meeting State and District coaching requirements, including safety compliance with IHSAA.
Support the design and implementation of practices and events, including skill assessment, role assignments, and team development.
Help communicate schedules with the school, squad, and caregivers.
Assist in scheduling facilities for practices and competitions in coordination with the Athletic Director.
Support the enforcement of athlete behavior standards and provide supervision.
Help monitor the academic performance of squad members to ensure eligibility.
Model positive behavior and professional conduct, supporting cheerleaders in upholding these standards.
Assist with the ordering and management of uniforms and equipment within budget.
Observe practices and events to help identify areas for improvement.
Support enforcement of squad expectations, including attendance and conduct.
Assist in organizing tryouts, auditions, and meetings for prospective squad members.
Help organize and participate in cheerleading camps and summer enrichment activities.
Encourage squad participation in pep rallies to build school spirit.
Assist with fundraising efforts, ensuring proper use of funds for travel, camps, and supplies.
Help maintain the upkeep, inventory, and safety of equipment and facilities.
Maintain communication with the Athletic Director on program developments.
Support safety oversight and report any hazards to the Athletic Director.
Assist in building positive relationships with local athletic organizations, schools, media, and the community to ensure long-term program success.
Help ensure adherence to District, league, and IHSAA policies and regulations.
Support time management for practice and competition schedules, including holidays and off-seasons.
Assist in ensuring the squad's financial standing and communicating obligations with athletes and parents.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Performs other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director/Designee and Sponsor.
ENTRY-LEVEL REQUIREMENTS:
1. EDUCATION/TRAINING: Ideal candidates will have experience coaching and/or performing within a high-performing Cheer program or organization.
2. EXPERIENCE: Any teacher employed by the District is welcome to express interest in this extracurricular assignment. It is preferred that all candidates have experience as a coach/player/participant of the assignment. *Must be at least 21 years of age.
3. CERTIFICATIONS &/OR LICENSES: Must be up to date with all certifications required for their sport as required by their District and the State of Indiana. Must have a valid Indiana Driver’s License and proof of insurance.
4. OTHER: The successful candidate shall recognize that the purpose of athletics is to promote the physical, mental, moral, and emotional well-being of the individual athlete. Possess the ability to perform the essential functions and to fulfill the physical/sensory/ environmental requirements of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) is required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The duties and responsibilities of the Assistant Sponsor involve a high degree of organization and physical activity.
The job typically involves some combination of walking, running, jumping, standing and sitting, and may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (up to 50 pounds). Some chores of this job may require heavy lifting or other physical abilities often associated with manual labor.
SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: The ability to communicate verbally in person and via the telephone is very important. It is important for the Coach to have the knowledge to direct physical conditioning and training that is appropriate for the development of each student-athlete.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Tasks are regularly performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature, and noise extremes. Exposure to machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, disease, or pathogenic substances is not typical.
