Cheer Coach

Coaching Job Description Cheer Coach The Kern High School District is seeking a qualified and motivated High School Cheer Team Coach. The coach will be responsible for providing instruction, supervision, and leadership to student-athletes while promoting academic achievement, sportsmanship, and compliance with all California Interscholastic Federation (CIF), district, and site policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and conduct practices and competitions in accordance with CIF rules and district guidelines Teach sport-specific skills, strategies, and conditioning techniques appropriate for high school athletes Supervise student-athletes during practices, competitions, travel, and team activities Foster a positive team culture emphasizing sportsmanship, character, equity, and respect Ensure compliance with CIF bylaws, league rules, eligibility requirements, and transfer regulations Monitor and support student-athlete academic eligibility and attendance Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents/guardians, athletic directors, administrators, and school staff Maintain accurate records including rosters, eligibility, injury reports, and required CIF documentation Coordinate with athletic trainers and follow district concussion management and injury protocols Maintain, inventory, and properly store athletic equipment and uniforms Supervise assistant coaches and volunteers in compliance with CIF and district policies Attend required meetings, trainings, and professional development sessions Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of the sport, CIF rules, and high school athletics Demonstrated ability to work effectively with high school-aged students Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills Commitment to the educational mission of interscholastic athletics CIF & District Required Certifications (must be completed prior to coaching) Fingerprint DOJ/FBI Clearance CIF Coaching Education Program (CEP) Coaches Full Certification Fundamentals of Coaching First Aid, CPR & AED CPR/First Aid Training Sudden Cardiac Arrest awareness training Heat Illness Training Concussion in Sports Certification (CIF-approved) TB clearance Completion of all district-mandated Keenan trainings Work Schedule Practices and competitions occur after school, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the CIF season of sport