BRIGHT STAR SCHOOLS·Los Angeles, California
Lead all aspects of the cheer program, including tryouts, choreography, and game-day preparation. Develop student-athletes by promoting athletic excellence, academic achievement, and sportsmanship in a safe environment.
Rise Kohyang High School is seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Cheer Coach to lead and oversee all aspects of the school’s cheer program. The Cheer Coach will be responsible for developing student-athletes both on and off the sidelines by promoting athletic excellence, academic achievement, leadership, teamwork, school spirit, and sportsmanship. The successful candidate will create a positive, inclusive, and energetic environment that supports the educational mission of Rise Kohyang High School and its athletic department while building a strong and competitive cheer program. What You’ll Do: Lead all aspects of the Rise Kohyang High School Cheer program, including tryouts, team selection, practice planning, choreography, game-day preparation, and supervision of student-athletes. Develop student-athletes by promoting teamwork, leadership, sportsmanship, school spirit, and athletic excellence while maintaining a safe and inclusive environment. Attend practices (minimum of three times per week during the season), supervise home games and team events, travel with the team as needed, and ensure compliance with school, league, and CIF regulations. Communicate effectively with students, parents, and school staff through ParentSquare, prioritizing student health, safety, and well-being at all times. Collaborate with the Athletic Director to oversee the cheer program, with previous high school or club cheer coaching experience preferred. Who you are: Desired Characteristics: Develop, communicate, implement, promote, and monitor the highest expectations and standards to improve the overall athletic and academic experience of all Rise Kohyang High students. Develop, communicate, implement, and monitor the highest expectations and standards to improve the safety of all players and staff members through sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect for self and others. Proactively communicate with all stakeholders. These include the team but also extend to their families, teachers, staff, the administrative team, SST, and the overall student body. Working Conditions Evening and weekend practices, games, tournaments, and team events. Ability to work outdoors and indoors under varying weather and facility conditions. What you’ll Bring: Required Certifications Meet all required CIF and NFHS coaching certifications, including CPR/First Aid, concussion, heat illness, and sudden cardiac arrest training, and successfully complete all pre-employment requirements (background clearance and TB clearance). Demonstrate previous high school or club cheer coaching experience, with knowledge of CIF rules, safety standards, stunting techniques, and effective practice planning. Model the highest standards of sportsmanship, integrity, professionalism, and student-centered leadership, while emphasizing academic success and positive character development. Build strong, collaborative relationships with students, families, school staff, and administrators through clear communication and teamwork. Possess strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to remain composed under pressure and create a safe, inclusive, and positive team culture.
Hourly wage: $25 an Hour Qualifications What you’ll Bring: Required Certifications Meet all required CIF and NFHS coaching certifications, including CPR/First Aid, concussion, heat illness, and sudden cardiac arrest training, and successfully complete all pre-employment requirements (background clearance and TB clearance). Demonstrate previous high school or club cheer coaching experience, with knowledge of CIF rules, safety standards, stunting techniques, and effective practice planning. Model the highest standards of sportsmanship, integrity, professionalism, and student-centered leadership, while emphasizing academic success and positive character development. Build strong, collaborative relationships with students, families, school staff, and administrators through clear communication and teamwork. Possess strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to remain composed under pressure and create a safe, inclusive, and positive team culture.
Requires previous high school or club cheer coaching experience and knowledge of CIF rules and safety standards. Must hold CIF and NFHS certifications, including CPR/First Aid, concussion, and heat illness training.
Market context
In California, competitive cheer coaching roles are often driven by school athletics calendars and the need for candidates who understand CIF compliance and safety standards. These positions are competitive because schools typically look for prior high school or club coaching experience plus current CIF, NFHS, CPR/First Aid, concussion, and heat illness certifications. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certifications and coaching background match the posting before applying.
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