Community Education Cheer Instructor I -Varsity

Community Education Cheer Instructor I - Varsity

Job ID: 5791 Position Type: Community Education/Casual Position Date: 1/13/2026 Location: Community Education Date Available: 03/02/2026 Closing Date: Open until filled

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Non-Licensed Position Cheer Lead Instructor Varsity General Description:

We are looking to add another coach to our staff specifically to work with our varsity sideline team! Our Varsity Competition team competes locally and as well works towards a bid to Quest Nationals in Orlando, FL. Lakeville Cheerleading strives to create a positive, safe and fun environment for student athletes to grow mentally and physically. This position will work under the direction of a head coach. Our current coaching staff are very passionate about working together to improve and grow the program as a whole! This is a year-round position: May - March (There will be breaks on, school breaks, Holidays and busier weekends - full list of off days given during interview).

Season Schedule:

• Days/Dates: Tuesdays/Thursdays
• Practice will run for 2.5 hours (evening time frame)
• Competitions are generally on Saturdays (about 7-10 total throughout the season)

Season Goals:

• Prepare athletes for the current & college level by making sure proper technique is being taught and drilled for each skill
• Create a positive, encouraging environment where athletes feel welcome and a part of a family of cheerleaders
• Keep all athletes safe by working at proper progression and having spots as needed
• Set and implement program-wide practice expectations for being a student athlete in Lakeville Cheerleading

Job Qualifications:

Cheerleading experience in either High School Cheer (competitive) or College is a must. Must have a solid understanding of crowd leading skills such as: • Proper motion placements • General body positions • Use of props (signs/poms/megs) • Voices Experience in basic tumbling and stunting is a must. Experience in higher level stunting skills is preferred such as spinning/Inversion skills (training opportunities will be available). Experience in spotting handsprings and beyond is preferred but not required. Strong communication skills required. Good time management is a must. Coaches must also be available to respond to questions in a timely manner. Must be high energy, enjoy working with high school-aged students.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in leading and attending all practices and required events while arriving at least 20-30 minutes early to help with mat set up/check-ins/prep class (make sure space is practice-ready)
• Communicate with parents as needed (in coordination with Head Coach)
• Building relationships with athletes and parents
• Representing the program in a professional & respectful manner at all times
• Coaching staff, athletes, parents, community members, district staff, etc.
• Strong communication throughout the season in all areas
• Providing constructive feedback to athletes during practices
• Following safety and progression for all skills
• Proper spots for new skills
• Ensuring basics are solid before increasing difficulty
• Enforcing technique
• Holding athletes accountable for program standards and expectations
• Following through as needed with coaches, parents, CE, etc.
• Ensure Memberships are up to date (Fees paid through Comm. Ed)
• Educating as needed for skills that are new to you/skills you have not done before (this is for all of us, not just new coaches!)

Wage: Stipend for Competition Season: $2,573

Please apply online: https://www.applitrack.com/isd194/onlineapp/