Head Cheer Coach (Stipend)

Job Summary

Under the direction of an assigned administrator, the Head Cheer Coach is responsible for planning, directing, and supporting the school’s cheer program. The Coach implements safe, skill appropriate training; ensures adherence to behavior and safety standards; and maintains full compliance with District policies, State requirements, and CIF (California Interscholastic Federation regulations) regulations, which govern competitive cheer at the high school level. The Coach fosters a positive, inclusive, sportsmanlike environment. This is a stipend compensated, seasonal position and is not part of the permanent classified service.

Distinguishing Characteristics
The Head Cheer Coach (Stipend) is responsible for the overall leadership, direction, and compliance of the cheer program. This role holds primary accountability for program design, including routines, performances, and team activities; selection and supervision of student participants; and adherence to CIF spirit rules, competition guidelines, and district requirements. The Head Cheer Coach supervises Assistant Coaches and Support Coaching Staff and serves as the primary point of contact for site administration. This classification is distinguished from supporting roles by exercising full program authority and maintaining responsibility for student safety, performance standards, and compliance with all applicable requirements.

Compensation

Stipend per the District coaching salary schedule: $3,159 – $4,210, based on demonstrated coaching experience. The stipend is paid in one installment upon completion of the season.

Requirements / Qualifications

Required at Time of Application (Screening Requirement)
Applicants must upload all required certificates at the time of application. Incomplete applications will not move forward.
Required uploaded documents include:

1.NFHS Certifications (via NFHS Learn, https://nfhslearn.com/) for:
•Fundamentals of Coaching
•Concussion in Sports
•Heat Illness Prevention
Required statewide for interscholastic coaches and widely used across CIF programs.

2.Valid First Aid & CPR certification (Pre Employment Requirement)
The coach must possess a current First Aid and CPR certification that meets American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA) standards, or equivalent training aligned with ARC/AHA guidelines including an in-person, hands-on CPR skills assessment completed prior to the first day of coaching duties.
•Required under Cal. Educ. Code 49413 (training must be based on ARC/AHA equivalent standards).
•ARC guidance states that online only CPR without hands on skills testing does not meet certification requirements.

3. Additional Required Documents
Any materials required by the District’s online application platform (e.g., resume, references)

Comments and Other Information

PURPOSE: To establish a list of eligible candidates that will be used to fill current and future vacancies.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Completed applications must be submitted no later than TBD.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications stated in the job posting in order to move forward in the recruitment process. The recruitment process is subject to change as needs dictate. All communication regarding this process will be delivered via email.

The information included in the Work Experience section of the application will determine whether applicants meet minimum qualifications. Please make sure you include ALL current and previous employment in the Work Experience section of the application and complete ALL fields.

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.