Community Education Cheer Instructor I -Varsity

Position Type: Community Education/Casual Position Date Posted: 1/13/2026 Location: Community Education Date Available: 03/02/2026 Closing Date: Open until filled 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 off days off 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
• Creative a positive, encouraging environment where athletes feel welcome and a part of a family of cheerleaders
• Keeping 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), and 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 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 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!) Example: Asking what are the grips, what are the progressions etc. Asking for help when needed Wage: Stipend for Competition Season $2,573 Please apply online @: ISD 194 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUPPORTS WORKFORCE DIVERSITY Lakeville Area Schools