MS Cheer Head Coach

Description

Middle School Cheer Head Coach

Winter 2026

University School of Nashville seeks a Middle School Cheer Head Coach for the academic year. The goal of the schools athletics department is to create a positive environment that reflects transformational coaching. The position calls for excellent teamwork with colleagues and incorporates best practices into a growth-oriented coaching style in a K12 school environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience coaching cheerleading and developing student-athletes in a supportive team-oriented environment. They should align with the schools values and mission of fostering excellent educational practices while helping each student reach their athletic potential. The Head Coach will lead the Middle School Cheerleading program emphasizing skill development teamwork sportsmanship school spirit and a positive team culture.

The cheerleading season runs from November 23 2026 through February 12 2027. The Head Coach will work collaboratively with the Middle School Athletic Director to establish program goals coordinate schedules organize practices and prepare student-athletes to support USN athletic events and designated school functions.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Lead organize and oversee the USN Middle School Cheerleading program.

• Develop and implement structured practice plans that promote individual skill development team cohesion and overall program growth.

• Collaborate with the Middle School Athletic Director to establish program goals schedules and expectations.

• Plan and lead developmentally appropriate practices that meet the needs and abilities of middle school student-athletes.

• Develop cheer routines chants and other material appropriate for middle school student-athletes and designated school events.

• Foster a positive team culture that emphasizes sportsmanship teamwork leadership school spirit and respect.

• Prepare the cheerleading team to support USN athletic events and designated school functions.

• Maintain consistent professional and timely communication with student-athletes families school administrators and athletic department staff.

• Supervise student-athletes during practices games performances and other assigned team activities.

• Prioritize the health and safety of student-athletes and follow all applicable safety procedures and protocols.

• Manage cheerleading equipment and uniforms responsibly maintaining an inventory and communicating supply needs as appropriate.

• Apply developmentally appropriate coaching methods that encourage participation confidence and individual growth.

• Attend meetings and fulfill administrative responsibilities as required by the Athletic Department.

• Comply with all USN policies procedures and expectations for employees and coaches.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Additional education or relevant training in cheerleading athletics coaching or youth development preferred.

Experience and Competencies:

• Previous cheerleading experience required; coaching experience preferred.

• Experience working with middle school students or other youth athletic programs preferred.

• Knowledge of cheerleading fundamentals routine development and appropriate safety practices.

• Ability to create an inclusive supportive and team-oriented environment for student-athletes.

Skills and Abilities:

• Professional dependable and organized with integrity enthusiasm and a positive attitude.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to motivate student-athletes and promote teamwork sportsmanship and school spirit.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues families and other members of the USN community.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain appropriate supervision of student-athletes.

• Eagerness to learn adaptability and commitment to personal and professional growth.

• Ability to work independently demonstrate initiative and maintain confidentiality.