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How much do hourly cheerleading coach jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly cheerleading coach in the United States is $19.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an hourly cheerleading coach?

Hourly cheerleading coaches are professionals who provide instruction, training, and supervision to cheerleading teams or individuals on an hourly basis. They teach cheer techniques, stunts, tumbling, and routines, while ensuring safety and skill development. These coaches often work with schools, gyms, or community programs, and their schedules and compensation are based on the number of hours they coach rather than a salaried or full-time position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an hourly cheerleading coach?

To thrive as an Hourly Cheerleading Coach, you need a strong background in cheerleading techniques, safety protocols, and often a relevant coaching certification or experience. Familiarity with training equipment, video analysis tools, and first aid/CPR certification is typically required. Leadership, motivational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with athletes and parents set exceptional coaches apart. These skills are vital to ensure athlete safety, foster team spirit, and drive successful performance outcomes.

What are some common challenges faced by hourly cheerleading coaches, and how can they be managed?

Hourly cheerleading coaches often juggle managing multiple teams or classes with limited time for planning and individual athlete attention. Balancing administrative tasks, such as attendance and communication with parents, alongside teaching routines can be challenging. Establishing clear routines, maintaining open communication channels, and leveraging support from other coaches or gym staff can help streamline responsibilities. Additionally, staying organized and proactive about scheduling can greatly reduce stress and improve the overall coaching experience.

What is the difference between Hourly Cheerleading Coach vs Part-Time Cheerleading Instructor?

AspectHourly Cheerleading CoachPart-Time Cheerleading Instructor
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, coaching certificationsCPR, First Aid, teaching credentials
Work EnvironmentSports teams, schools, gymsSchools, community centers, sports programs
Employer & IndustrySports clubs, schools, cheer organizationsEducational institutions, cheer programs

Both roles involve coaching cheerleading, requiring similar certifications like CPR and First Aid. The main difference lies in the setting: Hourly Cheerleading Coaches typically work with sports teams or clubs, while Part-Time Cheerleading Instructors are often employed by schools or community programs. The roles overlap in credentials and work environment, but the context of employment varies.

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Hourly Cheerleading Coach jobs near you
Infographic showing various Hourly Cheerleading Coach job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Locum Tenens, 6% As Needed, 7% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 11% Nights, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,970 per year, or $19.7 per hour.

Cheerleading Coach

City of Maple Grove, MN

Maple Grove, MN • On-site

$19/hr

Temporary

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Salary: $19.00 Hourly
Location : Community Center, 12951 Weaver Lake Road, Maple Grove 55369, MN
Job Type: Temporary/Seasonal
Job Number: 2026-00069
Department: Parks & Recreation
Division: Recreation
Opening Date: 08/24/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Job Summary
About Maple Grove, MN
Maple Grove is a dynamic community known for proactive planning, thoughtful growth, and an exceptional quality of life. Home to more than 73,000 residents and projected to grow to 90,000 by 2040, Maple Grove offers premier shopping and dining, miles of trails, beautiful parks and lakes, and year-round recreation and community events. As our community continues to grow, so does the opportunity to make an impact. The City of Maple Grove employs more than 900 employees who provide a wide range of services that help make Maple Grove an exceptional place to live, work, and play.
The Position
The City of Maple Grove is seeking a passionate and energetic individual to serve as a cheer coach. In this role, you will help foster the individual interests and talents of participants as they develop their abilities and love for cheer. As the cheer coach you will assist in creating and managing a positive learning environment for the participants and assist in developing curriculum and teaching participates cheerleading skills in a progressive nature. Come join our growing and diverse community and make a difference!
Pre-employment requirements:
This position will require the successful completion of a background (if 18 years or older).
Tentative Hiring Timeline
Posting will remain open until filled.
Apply Immediately; interviews are conducted as applications are received.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and prepare weekly lesson plans for each cheerleading level, adapting instruction to meet the needs and abilities of participants.
  • Teach proper cheerleading techniques, skills, and safety procedures, working with children both individually and in group settings.
  • Maintain a safe and organized program environment by setting up and cleaning up activity areas and ensuring all equipment is safe and in good working order.
  • Maintain accurate program records, including attendance, accident reports, and other required documentation, while staying current on new cheerleading trends, techniques, and procedures.
  • Communicate effectively with parents and staff, responding to questions about children's abilities and following appropriate emergency and accident procedures.
  • Promote an inclusive and respectful program culture by supporting participants and coworkers, and contributing to the City of Maple Grove's mission and values.
Knowledge of:
  • Cheerleading curriculum
  • Cheerleading safety protocols
Ability to:
  • Instruct youth cheerleading fundamentals
  • Ability to move around easily

Qualifications
Need to have:
  • At least 16 years of age or older
  • Two years of cheerleading experience

Nice to have:
  • Previous experience instructing cheerleading.
  • USA Cheer coach membership

Supplemental Information
No benefits.
01
Are you 16 years of age or older?
  • Yes
  • No

02
Are you 18 years of age or older?
  • Yes
  • No

03
Please select your years of experience in cheerleading.
  • None
  • Less than one year
  • One year to less than two years
  • Two years to less than three years
  • Three years to less than four years
  • Four years or more

04
Do you have knowledge of cheer elements and techniques?
  • Yes
  • No

05
Do you have a USA Cheer coach membership - or willing obtain prior to first day of coaching?
  • Yes, I have a USA cheer coach membership.
  • I will obtain a USA cheer coach membership prior to my first day.
  • I do not have and will not be getting a USA cheer membership prior to my first day.

06
Please select your years of experience instructing cheerleaders.
  • None
  • Less than one year
  • One year to less than three years
  • Three years to less than five years
  • Five or more years

07
Please indicate any languages from the list below that you can speak at a conversational level or higher.
  • American Sign Language
  • Hmong
  • Russian
  • Spanish
  • Vietnamese
  • None of the above

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