HEAD CHEERLEADING COACH

GR. NEW BEDFORD REG VOC TECH HIGH SCHOOL

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

• Must have experience or a desire to work in a diverse school district
• General knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures
• Knowledge of MSAA rules
• Demonstrated ability to instruct and supervise student athletes
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Essential duties of this position include the following: Other duties may be assigned.

• Follows and maintains knowledge of all District policy(ies) and procedures.
• Supports the success of all GNBVT programs.
• Assists instruction and demonstrates skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in Cheerleading.
• Manage and supervise athletic activities, fundraisers, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, respect, and good sportsmanship.
• Supports the Athletic Department’s initiative of character development within our student-athletes.
• Travels with student athletes on the team bus both to and from games.
• Maintains necessary records and completes required paperwork in a specified time manner for themselves and assistant coaches.
• Enforces discipline policies and emphasizes sportsmanship and healthy lifestyles.
• Supervises students in locker rooms after practices and at home/away games and ensures appropriate behavior.
• Maintains a safe environment and facilities for student athletes at all times.
• Works with athletic trainer to ensure that medical and safety requirements are followed.
• Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, parents, assistant coaches, and officials and resolves conflict in a professional manner.
• Conducts pre-season parent meeting and end of season awards night for Cheerleading program.
• Works with equipment manager to maintain a current inventory of all fixed assets within the program.
• Appropriately maintains and secures confidential student records and inquiries.
• Professionally represents the school and the District in interactions with students, parents, community, staff and the media.
• Completes and maintains appropriate certifications as required, including MSAA Coaches Certification requirements.

Mission and Values. The mission of the Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical School District is to provide education that is rigorous, relevant, and meaningful to each student in a safe and supportive environment, resulting in academic, career and technical excellence. This experience encourages lifelong learning, fosters mutual respect, and instills social responsibility, respect for diversity, equity, inclusion and responsible citizenship. Our core values are preparation, passion, and perseverance. For information about Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical School District please visit our website at gnbvt.edu

The Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical School District is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, gender identify or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, homelessness, immigration or veteran status in its education programs and activities, including admission to or employment in such programs or activities.