CHOWCHILLA UNION HIGH SCHOOL

An Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Spirit Squad Coach

Overview:

Under general supervision, is responsible for organizing and training the spirit squad, arranges for transportation and supervises the team at all games, practices and other activities. The duties of this position involve a wide variety of responsibilities, including supervising the conduct of athletes and spectators at games, being able to act decisively in emergency situations, and maintaining order in crowds.

Major Responsibilities:

• Understands and enforces NSL/CIF rules and regulations, and applies appropriate discipline as may be necessary.

• Completes records and reports as required.

• Coordinates any support staff.

• Selects and recruits students for spirit squad.

• Develops and trains cheerleader routines.

• Organizes pre-season conditioning.

• Communicates effectively in a timely manner with parents/students.

• Arranges proper procedures for uniform selection and procurement.

• Assures proper supervision of spirit squad.

• Successfully delegates responsibilities to squad.

• Plans and coordinates cheer activities.

• Provides a schedule for training/practices.

• Arranges transportation to all athletic events.

• Demonstrates patience, self-discipline, tact and courtesy with athletes, coaches and staff.

• Involve parents and community.

• Arranges to have squad perform at athletic events and school functions throughout the year.

• Ensures and implements safety procedures for routines and stunts.

Working Environment:

• Environment

1. Sports Field/Gym/Campus

• Physical Abilities

1. Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.

2. Light to moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds).

3. Speech, hearing and vision emphasized.

Qualifications:

• Maintains current certification in coaches training, CPR, first aid, TB and fingerprints.

• Past experience as Cheerleader or Drill Team member.

• Knowledgeable and competent in the areas of care and preventing athletic injuries, basic first aid and emergency procedures.

• Experience in competing at cheer competitions, as a coach or cheerleader preferred.

**The Education Code requires that a criminal background check be conducted on all persons prior to employment by a school district to ascertain whether the applicant has been arrested or convicted of any crime. Conviction of certain crimes designated as a “violent felony” or a “serious felony”, may disqualify a person from employment.