Middle school cheer coach

Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Cheer Coach is responsible for high quality programs, customer service and participant engagement. This individual must maintain high personal standards, adhere to, and carry out the mission of the Greater Midland Community Center.

• Major Job Responsibilities
• Be an excellent Role Model for Middle School Students.
• Supervises student athletes to promote effective student learning through participation in athletic activities.
• Administers a sports specific warm-up and routine pertinent to taught discipline.
• Assumes responsibility for all phases of the practice.
• Communicates effectively, positively and professionally with athletes, parents, officials and school administrators.
• Complete, in a timely manner, all requests from supervisor in the achievements of departments and center goals and objectives.
• Consistently demonstrates leadership behaviors aligned with Greater Midland’s values.
• Participate in and orchestrate fundraisers
• Maintains order and structure during practices while creating a fun experience for participants.
• Maintains open communication with Program Manager.
• Must be present for games that students are performing at.

• Qualification Requirements
• CPR/First Aid/AED preferred
• Cheer / Pom experience: 2 years
• Minimum age of 18
• Excellent people skills; ability to work with a wide variety of personalities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements

Coaches should be able to stand for the duration of practice. The ability to spot for tumbling exercises is necessary to ensure safety of our students. Should have the ability to demonstrate certain pom or cheer specific moves for instructional purposes.