Assistant Cheer Coach

Coach

Location: District Wide – As Assigned

Reports To: Athletic Director and/or Assistant Principal

Job Goal:

The Coach is to provide additional educational opportunities outside of the regular curriculum by providing leadership and mentoring skills to students while they participate in a sport. They provide a safe environment where a student can develop personal skills and teamwork.

Qualifications:

Qualifications to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to be successful:

• High School Diploma/GED, Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Must hold a valid Arizona State Teachers certificate, and/or appropriate AIA Coaching Certificates and CPR/First Aide certificates.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general curriculum periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports and correspondence with parents, community and other agencies.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Skills:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information. Collects and researches data. Uses intuition and experience to complement data. Designs work flows and procedures.
• Design - Generates creative solutions. Translates concepts and information into images. Uses feedback to modify designs. Applies design principles. Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Develops alternative solutions. Works well in group problem solving situations. Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Project Management - Develops project plans. Coordinates projects. Communicates changes and progress. Completes projects on time and budget. Manages project team activities.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses. Pursues professional development opportunities. Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills. Shares expertise with others.
• Client Service - Manages difficult or emotional student, parent, and employee situations. Responds promptly to client needs. Solicits client feedback to improve service. Responds to requests for service and assistance. Meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming. Maintains confidentiality. Listens to others without interrupting. Keeps emotions under control. Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations. Listens and gets clarification. Responds well to questions. Demonstrates group presentation skills. Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively. Edits work for spelling and grammar. Varies writing style to meet needs. Presents numerical data effectively. Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Puts success of team above own interests. Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives. Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism. Inspires respect and trust. Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision. Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.
• Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans. Communicates changes effectively. Builds commitment and overcomes resistance. Prepares and supports those affected by change. Monitors transition and evaluates results.
• Delegation - Delegates work assignments. Matches the responsibility to the person. Gives authority to work independently. Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities. Provides recognition for results.
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others. Inspires and motivates others to perform well. Effectively influences actions and opinions of others. Accepts feedback from others. Gives appropriate recognition to others.
• Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement. Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities. Makes self available to staff. Provides regular performance feedback. Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth. Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external). Fosters quality focus in others. Improves processes, products and services. Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Business and Instructional Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions. Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget. Develops and implements cost saving measures. Conserves organizational resources.
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy. Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences. Educates others on the value of diversity. Promotes a harassment-free environment. Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect. Keeps commitments. Inspires the trust of others. Works with integrity and ethically. Upholds organizational values.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures. Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time. Supports organization's goals and values. Benefits organization through outside activities.
• Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals. Understands organization's strengths and weaknesses. Analyzes educational trends and competition. Identifies external threats and opportunities. Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Supports and explains reasoning for decisions. Includes appropriate people in decision-making process. Makes timely decisions.
• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals. Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. Measures self against standard of excellence. Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently. Plans for additional resources. Sets goals and objectives. Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks. Develops realistic action plans.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Accepts responsibility for own actions. Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Applies feedback to improve performance. Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures. Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines. Reports potentially unsafe conditions. Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment. Manages competing demands. Changes approach or method to best fit the situation. Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent. Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions. Keeps commitments. Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily. Undertakes self-development activities. Seeks increased responsibilities. Takes independent actions and calculated risks. Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities. Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity. Meets challenges with resourcefulness. Generates suggestions for improving work. Develops innovative approaches and ideas. Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Advocates for their department
• Effectively communicates with staff, community, parents and players regarding activities and student participation in sports
• Enforces AIA regulations and Board policies
• Where appropriate evaluates support staff
• Oversees the maintenance of equipment and buildings used by the athletic department
• Keeps and accurate inventory of all equipment
• Is a mentor and coach for the students
• Is responsible for daily operations of their sport including transportation, student eligibility and the physical/emotional well being of the students.
• Fulfills all duties/responsibilities during the sport season and all pre-season duties associated with the sport.
• Regularly attends coaching clinics and workshops
• Provides proper supervision, administration, and security of locker rooms, practice areas, and buses/vans at all times.

Terms of Employment: