Community Education Cheer Instructor - Elementary Cheer Coach

Position Cheer Lead Instructor (Elementary Cheer Coach (prep teams) - Fall/Winter Season and Spring Season). Employment Type Non-Licensed Position. General Description We are looking to add another coach to our staff specifically to work with our elementary prep teams! 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 and/or alongside an assistant coach. There are opportunities to become a head coach or assistant based on experience. Our current coaching staff are very passionate about working together to improve and grow the program as a whole. Fall Season Description All of our elementary teams will work on a traditional routine that incorporates age & level appropriate skills. Our prep teams will perform at 2-3 competitions as an exhibition team and may possibly compete depending on squad readiness and/or the event size. Season Schedule Days/Dates: Mondays, late July through December. Hours: 4:15 pm - 5:45 pm (practice is 1 hour and includes set up). Season Goals Prepare athletes for the next level by ensuring proper technique is taught and drilled for each skill. Create a positive, encouraging environment where athletes feel welcome and part of a family of cheerleaders. Keep all athletes safe by working at proper progression and having spots as needed. Begin to set and implement program-wide practice expectations for being a student athlete in Lakeville Cheerleading. Job Qualifications Cheerleading experience in either High School Cheer or College is a must. Experience competitive cheer is preferred. Must have a solid understanding of proper motion placements, general body positions, use of props (signs/poms/megs), and voices. Experience in basic tumbling and stunting is a must. 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 and enjoy working with elementary school students. Job Responsibilities Lead and attend all practices and required events while arriving at least 20-30 minutes early to help with mat set up, check‑ins, and prep class (make sure space is practice ready). Prepare practice outlines for each class and season as a whole to ensure routine and skills are performance ready before major events. Work with program leads for practice and routine expectations/choreography. Keep up with necessary coaching/stunt certifications. Communicate with parents as needed (in coordination with Community Ed coordinator and Program Lead), e.g., setting and posting itineraries for competitions/events. Provide videos and routine material for athletes to practice at home with (mostly routine choreography). Set expectations for varsity assistants for each practice (help spot here, run this rotation, etc.). Wage $1,100-1,387. Apply Please apply online: ISD 194 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUPPORTS WORKFORCE DIVERSITY. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lakeville Area Public Schools