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How much do cheerleading coach jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for cheerleading coach in the United States is $17.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $16.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are cheerleading coaches?

Cheerleading coaches are professionals who instruct, mentor, and lead cheerleading teams. They are responsible for teaching cheer routines, stunts, and safety protocols, as well as motivating athletes and fostering team spirit. Coaches often coordinate practices, plan performances, and ensure that team members develop skills in dance, gymnastics, and teamwork. They also play a key role in promoting a positive environment and supporting the personal growth of their athletes.

What is the difference between Cheerleading Coach vs Cheerleading Instructor?

AspectCheerleading CoachCheerleading Instructor
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, Cheerleading Safety CertificationsCPR, First Aid, Cheerleading Safety Certifications
Work EnvironmentSports teams, schools, cheerleading squadsSchools, community centers, cheer clinics
Employer & IndustrySchools, sports clubs, cheer organizationsEducational institutions, cheerleading programs

Cheerleading Coaches and Cheerleading Instructors often share similar certifications and work environments, focusing on training and guiding cheerleaders. Coaches typically lead teams during competitions and practices, while instructors may teach cheerleading skills in classes or clinics. Both roles require safety certifications and are integral to cheerleading development, but coaches usually have more responsibilities in team management and strategy.

What are some common challenges Cheerleading Coaches face when working with a diverse team of athletes?

Cheerleading Coaches often encounter the challenge of managing athletes with varying skill levels, backgrounds, and personalities. Creating routines that both challenge advanced members and support beginners requires careful planning and adaptability. Additionally, fostering a positive, inclusive team culture while maintaining discipline and safety standards is crucial. Effective communication and conflict-resolution skills are essential for building trust and cohesion within the squad.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cheerleading Coach, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cheerleading Coach, you need a strong background in cheerleading techniques, safety protocols, and physical fitness, often supported by coaching certifications or experience in competitive cheer. Familiarity with choreography software, injury prevention systems, and first aid/CPR certification is typically required. Leadership, motivational skills, and effective communication help coaches inspire athletes and manage team dynamics. These skills are crucial for creating safe, successful, and cohesive cheerleading programs that foster both athletic and personal growth.

What Does a Cheerleading Coach Do?

Being a cheerleading coach is a fun and rewarding job. Cheerleading coaches inspire and lead cheerleaders in training and conditioning, creating routines, and performing physical stunts. Cheerleading coaches also instruct cheerleaders on how to perform cheers and stunts properly to ensure the safety of themselves along with passersby at events. Cheerleading coaches provide supervision and instruction in accordance with the policies of the athletic department.

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Infographic showing various Cheerleading Coach job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 14% As Needed, 31% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 4% Temporary, 23% Nights, and 4% Summer. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,088 per year, or $17.4 per hour.

Assistant Cheerleading Coach

Berrien County Schools Consortium

Benton Harbor, MI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Support - Position - Coach
Job Number 4600289905
Start Date 10/16/2023
Open Date 10/16/2023
Closing Date
BENTON HARBOR AREA SCHOOLS
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Assistant Cheerleading Coach (Hired through EduStaff)
LOCATION: Benton Harbor High School and/or Fair Plain Middle School
SUPERVISOR: Cheerleading Head Coach & Athletic Director
JOB SUMMARY:
The BHAS athletic coaches promote teamwork, and sportsmanship through athletics The Assistant Cheer Coach provides assistance in the leadership and supervision of the team and works closely with the other coaching staff members and administration of the school.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High School Diploma (College educations preferred)
  • Some knowledge of cheer or team sports
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Ability to motivate students to work as a team
  • Able to coach in an Urban School District.

JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Work in collaboration with the alignment of curriculum and instruction in the district.
  • Lead the coordination and planning of professional development for instructional staff.
  • Work as an Instructional Coach for the teaching staff.
  • Assist with the facilitation of the School Improvement Plan.
  • Other duties as assigned, as outlined in the grant

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Assist the head coach in all duties
  • Encourage Multi-sport athletes
  • Provide training rules to all athletes.
  • Understand and follow MHSAA policies, rules, and guidelines at all times.
  • Be a positive role model and mentor to student-athletes.
  • Evaluate all coaches in the program
  • Attend all MHSAA, athletic department, and league meetings as needed
  • Promote programs of teamwork and sportsmanship.
  • Design training, practice, and team programs
  • Manage and submit all transportation trips for away events.
  • Assists with all out-of-season team workouts
  • Ensure that all athletic activities conform to the BHAS Student Handbook and Athletic Handbook.
  • Communicate effectively with all members of the athletic department, school district, and community.
  • Work effectively with booster clubs and other community organizations, if applicable.
  • React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
  • Ensure that student-athletes adhere to training rules, grade policies, and rules of behavior
  • Ensure the continual supervision of student-athletes during games, in conditioning, and in the locker/shower room.
  • Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques
  • Support the value of an education.
  • Maintain and manage all athletic equipment for your sports including, purchasing, inventory, repair, and maintenance.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach

FUNDING SOURCE:
If this position is funded using Title dollars, federal regulations do not allow a promise of employment beyond the current year of allocated funds. If this position is funded using state program dollars, the district is not obligated to fund the position beyond the current year's allocation. This position, at any time, maybe dissolved based on funding availability and data collected from a comprehensive needs assessment.
Evaluation:
The performance of this job will be evaluated by the Head Cheerleading Coach.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts
Benton Harbor Area Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Building/Campus Benton Harbor High School and/or Fair Plain Middle School
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