Cheer Coach - PartTime Position at University Preparatory Academy

About the Employer

The mission of University Preparatory Academy is to prepare students to enroll and excel in the best colleges and universities in the nation. UPA serves a diverse population of 7th through 12th-grade students, most of whom reside in Santa Clara County. UPA’s campus is easily accessible, located off Highway 87 at Curtner Avenue. The campus is located across the street from a light rail station and local bus station. This strategic location enables UPA to draw students from school districts throughout Santa Clara County. UPA is a college preparatory alternative for those students who are not performing to their potential and get lost in traditional large middle and high school settings. UPA provides a strong, supportive, small school environment for students to excel academically. Students demonstrating the desire and drive to make college a reality will find a home at UPA. The curriculum and pacing, along with the expected learning outcomes, are designed to challenge students. In conjunction with high expectations, UPA offers supportive learning environments in every classroom as well as a full complement of support classes for Math Support, English Support, and Intensive English Language Learner support. Students attending UPA will find both the challenge and support necessary to keep college and university within reach.

Job Summary

Job Summary

UPA's MISSION University Preparatory Academy’s mission is to prepare a diverse population of 7th through 12th-grade students in Santa Clara County to enter and excel in the best colleges and universities in the nation. CHEER COACH JOB DESCRIPTION Position is responsible for coaching student athletes in competitive cheerleader techniques to prepare them for events or competition. Position motivates student athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport. Essential Duties 1. Holds organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages students to participate 2. Works with cheerleaders during practices and meets. 3. Assesses skills and assigns team positions. 4. Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development. 5. Works with the Athletics Director in scheduling facilities for practices and competition. 6. Coaches and instructs cheerleaders, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport. 7. Observes cheerleaders, during events and practice to determine the needs for individual or team improvement. 8. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior and always provides proper supervision of students. 9. Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met. 10. Follows established procedures in the event of an injury. 11. Conferences with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding the performance of their student. 12. Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the program. 13. Models sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards cheerleaders, officials, and spectators. 14. Acts as a team representative and promotes cheerleading by communicating with the news media, booster clubs, service clubs, and other organizations as directed and approved by the Athletic Director or Executive Director.

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