The Vanguard School·Colorado Springs, Colorado
Support the school's athletic objectives by teaching cheerleading techniques and maintaining a positive, inclusive team environment. Ensure student safety through active supervision during practices, games, and transportation while managing equipment and uniforms.
Support The Vanguard School athletic objective, policy of interscholastic athletics, and CHSAA regulations. The school believes that extra-curricular activities are an integral part of school life. All students, regardless of their ability should take part if possible to be able to grow physically, intellectually, and socially through participation. Coaches organize and conduct the athletic programs to meet the needs of the school and their participants. Essential
Maintain a positive and inclusive team environment, promoting team spirit and unity. Teach cheerleading techniques, including tumbling, stunts, jumps, and dance. Be knowledgeable of and implement the planned system and style. Enforce all athletic regulations. Attend meetings and clinics organized and conducted by the Cheerleading Coach. Demonstrate proper active supervision during all scheduled activities or student-athletes including, but not limited to, game, practice, locker room, and transportation. Maintain a thorough knowledge of skill development, training techniques, fundamentals, game strategy, and the rules of the sport. Be responsible for the care, distribution, and collection of school equipment, supplies and uniforms. Communicate both verbally and in writing (as appropriate to the situation) and cooperate productively with all the sports public including, but not limited to, student-athletes, parents, administrators, and the press. Keep the team informed of practice schedules and team obligations. Develop and maintain a positive rapport with students, athletes, parents, and assistant coaches throughout the program. Cooperate with other school-sponsored sports by encouraging athletes to play more than one sport. Practice professional conduct during events and practices. Exemplify high standards of personal conduct and habits. Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment. Positively represents the school and its mission to the students, parents, colleagues, and general public. Ability to work cooperatively with school staff and administration. Other
As needed or assigned. Minimum Requirements: Any coach certification(s) that may be required according to CHSAA rules. Ability to work successfully with student athletes, parents, assistant coaches, and other school staff. Ability to perform coaching responsibilities in accordance with school procedures and policies. Current first aid/CPR card – must have. Maintain integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff, or district patrons. The ability to work harmoniously with others. Must complete all training and paperwork required to be placed on the school’s approved driver list.
Experience in and/or knowledge of Cheerleading, coaching techniques, and student supervision. Coaching experience preferred.
Must possess a current First Aid/CPR card and any required CHSAA coach certifications. Experience in cheerleading and student supervision is required, with prior coaching experience preferred.
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Market context
Assistant cheerleading coach openings in Colorado are typically tied to fall and winter athletic calendars, so demand often follows school sports scheduling and program staffing needs. These roles can be competitive because schools often look for candidates who can supervise students, hold current First Aid/CPR and CHSAA coach certifications, and bring cheerleading experience; prior coaching can help. Before applying, confirm your certifications are current and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full posting.
