Position Title: Youth Cheerleading Coach
Reports to: Sports Director
Department: Youth & Sports Programs
Classification: Part-Time, Seasonal, Non-Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:
The YMCA is seeking an enthusiastic and positive Introductory Cheerleading Coach to lead beginner-level cheerleading programs for youth participants. The coach will create a fun, safe, and inclusive environment where children can develop basic cheerleading skills, build confidence, improve teamwork, and learn sportsmanship. This role focuses on introducing participants to cheer motions, chants, jumps, basic stunts (as appropriate), and performance fundamentals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Plan and lead age-appropriate introductory cheerleading practices and activities.
- Teach basic cheerleading skills, including motions, chants, jumps, stretching and beginner routines.
- Promote YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility
- Foster a positive, encouraging, and inclusive atmosphere for all participants.
- Ensure participant safety by following YMCA policies and cheerleading safety guidelines.
- Monitor attendance and communicate program information to parents and guardians in collaboration with Sports Director.
- Assist with organizing demonstrations and end of program performance for participants parents and guardians.
- Maintain equipment and report any safety concerns to Sports Director.
- Serve as a positive role model for youth participants.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Previous cheerleading, coaching, dance, gymnastics or youth sports experience preferred.
- Knowledge of basic cheerleading techniques and safety practices.
- Experience working with children ages 5 – 14.
- High school diploma.
- Experience coordinating youth sports, recreation programs, or related activities.
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
- Ability to motivate and encourage young participants.
- CPR, First Aid, and other YMCA-required certifications (or ability to obtain upon hire).
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and seasonal schedules as required.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Ability to stand, walk, and actively demonstrate cheerleading movements and basic routines.
- Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 20 pounds.
- Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.
Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to- date knowledge and skills in technology.
