Cheerleading Coach (Gompers Junior High School) 2026-2027

Cheerleading Coach (Gompers Junior High School) 2026-2027 Joliet Public Schools District 86 – Gompers – Joliet, Illinois (Google Maps link if needed). This position is posted on the District 86 website. Job Details Job ID: 5743883 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Position: Coach Position Guide: Certified Personnel Term: 9 months Employment Type: Internal Staff – Temporary Reports to: Jr. High Principal, Athletic Director Qualifications Professional expertise in the sport being coached Current CPR/AED certification prior to first scheduled practice of season Responsible professional behavior Knowledge of game rules and league regulations Demonstrated skills in youth leadership Ability to work cooperatively with a variety of people Participation in Coaches Certification Program Responsibilities Coach’s individual participation in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved Plans and schedules a regular program of practices throughout the season Encourages academic success in the classroom by maintaining student eligibility records Works closely with the athletic director in scheduling intramural and interscholastic contests Recommends the purchase of equipment, supplies, and uniforms Plans and conducts tryouts for the sport being coached Maintains necessary paperwork: attendance forms, tryout records, insurance forms, student physicals, etc. Enforces discipline and sportsman-like behavior at all times Oversees penalties for breach of such standards by individual students Oversees the safety conditions of the facility & equipment on assigned sport Participates in professional growth activities as scheduled Assists Athletic Director in the planning and supervision of an annual recognition program for school athletes If necessary, submits all media requests to Sandy Zalewski, Director of Communication and Development, for publication; coaches shall not submit articles or interviews directly to media groups Performs other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned Contact Information Dr. Judith Nash, Assistant Superintendent of HR JPS District 86 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education