Punahou School·Honolulu, Hawaii
Assist the head coach in organizing the varsity cheerleading program and conducting practices. Motivate student athletes and instruct them in game strategies and techniques.
Punahou Athletics plays an integral role in the student experience.
The philosophy of Punahou Athletics encourages student athletes, within the framework of the educational mission of the school, to be the best that they can be, to be the best team person, and to be a true team player, with the idea that this is what defines winning.
The Athletics Department supports more than 120 teams in over 30 sports.
Punahou’s athletic teams have enjoyed unparalleled success since the school was founded in 1841.
The school also received notable recognition in Sports Illustrated as the top high school athletic program in the country.
The coaching staff at Punahou School plays a significant role in the success of its Athletics program and the education of our students.
Punahou School is actively recruiting an Assistant Coach for the Varsity Cheerleading Team.
The Assistant Coach position is responsible for assisting the head coach with organizing the needs of the sport within the Athletic Program.
This position assists with conducting practices, motivating students, and instructing student athletes in game strategies and techniques.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience coaching a Cheer team in an educational setting, good communication and organizational skills, physical ability to demonstrate positions usual to the sport, and a positive and effective track record of coaching performance.
Work Year: 3 Months School Year: 2026-2027, Fall Season Work Hours: Monday - Friday late afternoons, and weekends Stipend Range*: $1,560 - $3,450 - Compensation is commensurate with qualifications *Punahou School offers a comprehensive total rewards program that includes competitive pay. Pay for selected candidates will be determined by various factors such as knowledge, skills, abilities, relevant training and experience, and internal equity.
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED). Bachelor’s Degree preferred. One (1) year of positive and effective experience with a track record of leadership in a successful interscholastic program as a coach, or other related athletic experience. Background in teaching preferred, with experience working with adolescents. Knowledge of the value of athletics and competition at the intermediate and high school level. Substantial knowledge of the game as demonstrated through the development of comprehensive practice plans, offensive and defensive schemes, implementation of off-season expectations for student athletes, and the implementation of effective and contemporary teaching/coaching practices.
Requires a high school diploma or GED, with a bachelor's degree preferred. Candidates should have at least one year of successful leadership experience in an interscholastic athletic program.
Market context
Assistant coach openings in Hawaii can be competitive because schools often look for candidates with a high school diploma or GED, a preferred bachelor’s degree, and at least one year of successful leadership experience in an interscholastic athletic program. For this role, applicants should be ready to support team safety, coordination, and school spirit while working within a modest salary range. Job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the role faster and decide whether to apply. A practical next step is to highlight any cheer, athletics, or student leadership experience that shows you can lead practices and support a varsity program.