TITLE:                     Head Coach - Cheerleading

CLASSIFICATION:   Extra-Duty

REPORTS TO:          Athletic Director

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience coaching/participating in sports at the high school or collegiate level preferred
• Prior coaching experience is desirable
• Knowledge of NFHS, IHSSA, and/or other applicable rules and regulations
• Knowledge of basic First Aid and Athletic Training practices
• Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students, teachers, coaches, and community while fostering a positive atmosphere
• Such alternatives to the above as the Administration may find appropriate and acceptable

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coaches individual student athletes in mechanics and skills necessary for achievement in competitive sports.
• Coordinates and supervises a regular schedule of practice.
• Encourages sportsmanship and team unity and enforces all sportsmanship guidelines.
• Enforces discipline of contest, school, conference and state rules and regulations.
• Supervises coaching staff; provides opportunity to enhance their professional development.
• Oversees the safety conditions and accountability issues involving students and facilities located both on NAFCS properties and at off campus facilities.
• Maintains accurate records of uniforms, equipment, individual/team statistics, and accomplishments.
• Submits required forms and athletic documents; recommends purchase of equipment and supplies.
• Attends required meetings and clinics for coaches, State and conference selection, and Athletic Boosters.
• Provides and displays a willingness to work with Athletics Department Administration, staff, student athletes, and parents with a dynamic practice and game schedule.
• Develops a total K-12 program, on and off season, through camps, drills, and training.
• Coordinates and develops effective and sustainable fundraising plan with Athletic Director that is easily communicated with administration, players, coaches, media, and community.
• Coaches may need to transport athletes in corporation vehicles from time to time, a valid drivers license is required to meet this responsibility.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by Principal, Athletic Director, and/or other designee.