Louisiana State University·Alexandria, Virginia
The Assistant Cheer Coach supports the Head Cheer Coach in daily operations, including practice planning, coaching, and game-day management. They are responsible for athlete safety, skill development, recruitment, and promoting academic success and team culture.
Department: Athletics Reports To: Head Cheer Coach Classification: Gratis unpaid Employee Volunteer (or as designated by the University)
The Assistant Cheer Coach supports the Head Cheer Coach in the daily operation and continued development of the LSUA Cheer Program. This position assists with recruiting, coaching, practice planning, game-day operations, competitions, camps, and community engagement, while promoting academic success, leadership, sportsmanship, and the mission of Louisiana State University of Alexandria and the NAIA. Essential
Assist the Head Cheer Coach in planning and conducting practices. Lead practices and team activities in the absence of the Head Coach. Assist with teaching and developing cheerleading skills, including motions, jumps, tumbling, stunting, pyramids, game day routines, and competition routines. Assist in creating, teaching, cleaning, and maintaining game day and competition materials. Provide proper spotting and instruction to ensure athlete safety during all practices and performances. Travel with the team to athletic events, competitions, camps, appearances, and other university-approved activities. Assist with athlete supervision during travel, practices, competitions, and university events. Help coordinate tryouts, recruitment events, youth camps, clinics, and community outreach activities. Encourage and monitor academic success, personal development, and leadership among student-athletes. Promote a positive team culture that reflects professionalism, respect, integrity, and sportsmanship. Assist with inventory and maintenance of uniforms, equipment, and program supplies. Support fundraising initiatives and sponsorship activities as assigned. Assist with scheduling, communication, and administrative tasks as requested by the Head Coach. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head Cheer Coach or Director of Athletics. Work Environment The Assistant Cheer Coach will work in gymnasiums, athletic facilities, outdoor venues, and travel locations. Evening, weekend, and holiday work is required based on the team's competition and athletic schedules. Additional
Job Description: Competencies: None Special Instructions: Required Qualifications
Collegiate cheerleading experience. Previous coaching experience at the high school, all-star, or collegiate level. Experience with game day and competitive cheer programs. Knowledge of NAIA athletics and collegiate athletics operations.
The Assistant Cheer Coach is expected to obtain and maintain an approved cheerleading safety certification, such as a current USA Cheer or equivalent nationally recognized collegiate cheer safety certification, within a timeframe established by the Head Coach or Athletics Department. The assistant coach must maintain all required certifications throughout their employment.
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more! Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement. Essential Position (Y/N): LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HCM Contact Information: Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401 or emailed hr@lsua.edu
Market context
Assistant cheer coach roles in Virginia often draw interest from schools and youth programs that need support for practices, routines, and safety oversight. Competition can be strong because employers usually want prior competitive cheer or coaching experience, plus a safety certification; a bachelor's degree may help. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show coaching experience, certification readiness, and any work with student-athletes.