2023-2024 Head Varsity Cheer Coach - Powhatan County Public Schools

Salary based on years of experience

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide instruction in all phases of Cheerleading;
• Work with student athletes to improve personal and teamwork skills;
• Provide guidance and encouragement to help students profit from their participation;
• Maintain compliance of Powhatan County Public Schools and Virginia High School League rules, regulations, and policies that pertain to athletic program;
• Promotes a favorable image of the school district and encourage community partnerships;
• Work with the athletic director to evaluate program needs;
• Promote the proper use and care of school property;
• Communicate effectively with the team, staff, parents, administration and the community;
• Handle financial aspects of the athletic program to include purchase of equipment, inventory and collection of fees;
• Participate in school sponsored athletic department  fund raisers;
• Complete all necessary forms, included VHSL required master eligibility forms;
• Organize and maintain proper records;
• Complete paperwork timely and accurately;
• Maintain an acceptable attendance record;
• Establishes and maintains cooperative professional competence;
• Respects the home responsibility of parents for their children;
• Be knowledgeable of, monitor and maintain compliance of applicable health and safety practices;
• Performs other duties as assigned by the administration in accordance with the school division's policies and practices.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Demonstrate professionalism;
• Knowledge of interscholastic athletic program regulations;
• Effective verbal, nonverbal, writing and listening skills;
• Effective organizational and problem resolutions skills.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.)
• Must be fingerprinted and have documented results of clear criminal records.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Education and experience should demonstrate the ability to perform essential job functions.

Applicants considered for employment with Powhatan County Public Schools must successfully complete the following background investigations/test:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation
• Tuberculosis Screening/Test