Head Cheer Coach - Sherwood High School

Although the official start date isn't until 8/17, there are many spring and summer activities that would require attention.

Start Date:  8/17/2026

Location:  Sherwood High School

Sherwood High School seeks a highly qualified individual to serve as Head Girls Cheer Coach.  A successful candidate will possess the following qualities:

• Previous Head Coaching experience preferred
• High ethical and professional standards
• A thorough knowledge of cheer, skill development, and coaching techniques
• The presence to be a role model for student athletes and the public face of the program
• A commitment to the importance of academic excellence and achievement for all student-athletes in the program
• Demonstrated ability to lead young athletes
• A highly tuned ability to communicate effectively to a variety of stakeholders
• Skill in organization, time management, and public relations
• Employ good judgment in a variety of situations including emergencies

The Sherwood Head Coach will be responsible for the following:

• Hire and oversee a staff of assistant coaches with athletic director approval
• Develop and implement an off-season program for athletes
• Advocate for multi-sport athletes
• Provide regular communication with parents/families
• Regularly track the academic progress of all student athletes in the program and facilitate necessary supports to ensure their academic eligibility
• Works effectively and collaborates with other athletic programs to ensure off season/summer opportunities
• Hold all student athletes and coaching staff to high expectations
• Help develop the youth program below the 9th grade level
• Work with local media as needed and establish strong working relationships with community support groups

Your application should include:

A cover letter detailing your experience related to this position and working with students.  A minimum of three letters of recommendation.  A minimum of three references complete with contact information.

If you have any questions, please contact Katie Hartman, Athletic Director, Sherwood High School, at 503-825-6007.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Sherwood School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, parental or marital status, age, or genetic information. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA). Disabled persons may contact Human Resources at (503) 825-5000 for additional information or assistance.  Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the District for assistance through the Oregon Relay at (800) 735-2900.