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William Jewell College

Cheer Team Coach

Liberty, MO · On-site

Cheer Team Coach Department: Athletics Reports to: Director of Athletics FLSA Status: Exempt - 10-month assignment General Function Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Cheer Team Coach is ...

McMurry University

Head Cheer Coach

Abilene, TX · On-site

Position Summary McMurry University seeks an energetic, mission-driven Head Cheer Coach to lead the strategic growth, recruitment, and competitive development of its intercollegiate Cheer program.

Sourcewell

Football Cheer Coach

Cass Lake, MN · On-site

$1K - $1K/wk

Cass Lake-Bena Head Sideline Cheer Coach Cass Lake-Bena Schools, ISD 115 Part-Time, Seasonal Reports to the Athletic Director Salary - $1,339 - $1,595 Job Summary: Responsibilities include: develop ...

ChampionsTX

Cheer Coach

Lakeway, TX

EPIC Elite Cheer at ChampionsTX is looking for a cheer coach to add to our new and growing program. This person will work with all star teams from Mini Level 1 through 4.2. Our gym has an Open 4 team ...

Sourcewell

Basketball Cheer Coach

Staples, MN · On-site

Head Sideline Cheer Coach Cass Lake-Bena Schools, ISD 115 Part-Time, Seasonal Reports to the Athletic Director Stipend - Level 6 - $1,758 - $2,105 DOQ Job Summary: Responsibilities include: develop ...

Sourcewell

Wrestling Cheer Coach

Staples, MN · On-site

Head Sideline Cheer Coach Cass Lake-Bena Schools, ISD 115 Part-Time, Seasonal Reports to the Athletic Director Stipend - Level 6 - $1,758 - $2,105 DOQ Job Summary: Responsibilities include: develop ...

ChampionsTX

Cheer Coach

Lakeway, TX · On-site

EPIC Elite Cheer at ChampionsTX is looking for a cheer coach to add to our new and growing program. This person will work with all star teams from Mini Level 1 through 4.2. Our gym has an Open 4 team ...

McMurry University

Head Cheer Coach

Abilene, TX · On-site

Position Summary McMurry University seeks an energetic, mission-driven Head Cheer Coach to lead the strategic growth, recruitment, and competitive development of its intercollegiate Cheer program.

Sourcewell

Basketball Cheer Coach

Cass Lake, MN · On-site

Cass Lake-Bena Head Sideline Cheer Coach Cass Lake-Bena Schools, ISD 115 Part-Time, Seasonal Reports to the Athletic Director Stipend - Level 6 - $1,758 - $2,105 DOQ Job Summary: Responsibilities ...

Sourcewell

Football Cheer Coach

Staples, MN · On-site

$1K - $1K/wk

Head Sideline Cheer Coach Cass Lake-Bena Schools, ISD 115 Part-Time, Seasonal Reports to the Athletic Director Salary - $1,339 - $1,595 Job Summary: Responsibilities include: develop and implement ...

Sourcewell

Wrestling Cheer Coach

Cass Lake, MN · On-site

Cass Lake-Bena Head Sideline Cheer Coach Cass Lake-Bena Schools, ISD 115 Part-Time, Seasonal Reports to the Athletic Director Stipend - Level 6 - $1,758 - $2,105 DOQ Job Summary: Responsibilities ...

ACTIVSTARS MIDWEST, LLC

Cheer Coach - Topeka

Topeka, KS · On-site

$17.50 - $23.75/hr

Now Hiring Part-Time Youth Cheer Coach in the Topeka, KS Area • Do you have previous cheerleading experience? • Do you enjoy working with children, ages 4-15 and would you like to get back into ...

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As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for cheer in the United States is $18.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Cheer Coach, you need a background in cheerleading techniques, physical fitness, and often a certification in coaching or safety training. Familiarity with choreography software, video analysis tools, and first aid/CPR certifications are typically required. Leadership, motivational skills, and effective communication help coaches inspire and guide teams. These skills ensure safe, high-quality performances and foster a positive, cohesive team environment.

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Cheer coaches often face the challenge of balancing safety with the desire to perform complex stunts and routines. Managing a diverse team with varying skill levels and maintaining motivation throughout the season are also typical hurdles. Effective communication, ongoing safety training, and fostering a supportive team culture help address these challenges. Coaches also benefit from continuing education and collaboration with other athletic staff to ensure the best experience for athletes.

What are cheerleaders?

Cheerleaders are athletes who perform organized routines that combine elements of dance, gymnastics, and stunts to encourage crowd participation and support sports teams. They often lead cheers, chants, and perform acrobatic moves during sporting events, pep rallies, and competitions. Cheerleaders play a key role in boosting team spirit and energizing the audience, both on the sidelines and through competitive cheerleading events.

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Employer & IndustrySchools, sports teams, cheerleading organizationsDance companies, sports teams, schools
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Cheerleaders primarily focus on leading cheers, stunts, and motivating crowds during sports events, often requiring cheer-specific skills and routines. Dance team members perform choreographed dance routines, emphasizing dance skills and artistic expression. While both roles perform at sports events and may share some skills, cheerleading involves more stunts and crowd engagement, whereas dance team members focus on dance performance and choreography.

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Cheer Team Coach

Cheer Team Coach

William Jewell College

Liberty, MO • On-site

Full-time

Posted 4 hours ago

Job description

Job Title: Cheer Team Coach
Department: Athletics
Reports to: Director of Athletics
FLSA Status: Exempt - 10-month assignment
General Function
Reporting to the Director of Athletics, the Cheer Team Coach is responsible for the management and administration of all activities related to the Cheer Program and exercises direct supervision of recruiting, training, and coaching student-athletes participating in these activities. The Cheer Team Coach also serves to support spectator and student engagement during athletic contests assisting with designing and implementing programs that incorporate school spirit activation in new or long-standing College events and activities. At William Jewell College, co-curricular activities are a meaningful part of a student's educational experience, and all staff are committed to supporting academic excellence and graduation by monitoring students' academic progress, well-being, and class attendance. As a member of the Jewell Community, the Cheer Team Coach is fully responsible for compliance with policies and procedures as well as all applicable bylaws of the governing body of the sport, compliance with National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations, as well as Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) rules and all College policies and procedures serving as the model for appropriate conduct towards officials, spectators, and athletes while being committed to equity and inclusion in all activities.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement strategy while managing a Cheer Team scholarship budget in a coordinated effort with the Office of Financial Aid and the Office of Admission to evaluate talent, recruit and retain Cheer Team members to meet roster and performance targets set in collaboration with the Director.

  • Develop and manage team operations and budget including coaching/choreography, equipment, travel, meals, uniforms, supplies, and various other training and performance logistics to ensure a consistent, high quality professional Cheer Team member experience and presence at campus events. Operational duties include but arenot limited to:
    1. Developing a regular practice/rehearsal schedule to provide both individual and team development for cheer.
    2. Evaluating students' skills and reviewing performance at practice or events to determine the needs for individual or team improvement and adjusting coaching techniques as necessary based on the strengths and weaknesses of team.
    3. Monitoring the use of equipment to ensure safe and proper use and following established procedures in the event of injury.
    4. Driving vans to transport team when appropriate.

  • Plan, promote and conduct camps, clinics, and/or lessons to generate awareness of William Jewell College and the Cheer Team program while generating revenue to assist in underwriting Cheer Team activities.

  • Organize and conduct spirit activation in collaboration with the Department of Athletics, Cheer Team or Athletic Band, Student Life, Office of Marketing, and the Office of Advancement to ensure students and attendees are engaged and entertained at community, campus, and athletic events. Spirit activation includes but is not limited to designing and implementing fan experiences at athletic contests and campus events, ensuring the College has presence in the community through Cheer Team engagements, and assisting other units with planning to incorporate brand affinity building into events.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Minimum high school diploma; Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Experience as a coach or athlete in a collegiate level Cheer/Dance/Spirit program.
  • Ability to work effectively to establish and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, alumni and College staff.
  • Organization skills and ability to clearly explain/teach cheer skills to students.
  • Must possess a sufficient knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques for cheer.
  • Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Have, or be willing to obtain, a Missouri Class E Driver's License.

Working Conditions
Normal office environment as well as indoor and outdoor athletics facilities. Some travel required. Evening and weekend work required. Physically able to lift 25 pounds and attend practice and competitive sessions indoors and outdoors.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.

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