Basketball Cheerleading Coach (25-26 School Year)
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District Mission Statement:To inspire lifelong learners who are self-sufficient and ethical citizens.QUALIFICATIONS:

A four-year degree with coaching experience (teacher certification preferred)

Teaching certificate or NFSH Fundamentals of Coaching Class

Criminal justice fingerprint and background clearance

First Aid & CPR certified

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board and/or Superintendent may find appropriate

REPORTS TO: Director of Activities and Building PrincipalREQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assumes responsibility for the entire program which includes: Coaching the varsity team and implementing district athletic department policies.

Works with the Athletic Director & Building Administrator: Communicating of high school cheerleading schedule, arrangement and communication of travel for out of town trips, and preparation of athletic permission slips and eligibility lists.

Works with Athletic Director to develop the practice schedules.

Supervises practice areas and cheering areas during and following periods of team participation.

Remains with students and supervises them while traveling to away competitions.

Cares for athletes and injured athletes.

Cares for, maintains and oversees the storage of all equipment and uniforms.

Prepares award lists and season records.

Works closely with newspapers, radio and television personnel to encourage favorable public interest in the program.

Attends all meetings regarding participation of sports with the Gasconade County R-II School District.

Attends all state meetings where the program is involved and operates within the policies of the Gasconade County R-II School District.

Keeps informed on current trends and attends and participates in clinics.

Maintains active membership in related professional organizations.

Prepares list when teams are taken out of school to participate in athletic contests.

Maintains a positive staff relationship with other coaches.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director and Building Principal.

Holds meeting with parents to inform them about the program as well as expectations of them and the players.

Leads by example regarding promotion of sportsmanship.

Promotes the high school sports program by encouraging participation of players of the upcoming season.

Applies and enforces student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, & while on trips off school property per student handbook.

SALARY: 7.0% of base teacher salary schedule to be established by the Board of Education.EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of certified personnel.PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND VISUAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit. Additionally, the employee may occasionally be required to push or lift up to 25 lbs. as necessary for the safety and well-being of others. Lastly, this job requires the employee to have the vision ability to read handwritten or typed materials, and meet multiple demands from several people while interacting with other staff and the public.WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.JOB DUTIES: The most significant duties of this position have been included in this job description. However, this job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties performed. In addition, the District may modify this position as needed to reflect the assignment of additional or supplemental duties assigned. Employees are expected to perform all assigned duties regardless of whether such duties appear in this job description.Revised: February 5, 2024