Position
7th Grade Basketball CheerHead Coach (2 Positions Available)
Location
Jones Middle School (1) / Hastings Middle School(1)
Reports To
Middle School Director of Student Life
Job Summary
This position is responsible for coaching and providing direction to student athletes so that they achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship, and teamwork in cheer
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Prior successful experience working in a school setting or coaching student athletes is strongly preferred
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Follows and maintains knowledge of all District policies and procedures
Instructs and teaches skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in cheer
Establishes a fair and objective manner for executing player selection and effectively communicates with students regarding selection decisions for team rosters
Demonstrates a willingness to meet with the parent(s) or guardian(s) of any student who is a member or trying out for the team
Demonstrates the ability and/or experience to create and maintain an inclusive team culture
Plans and sets up activities, practices, and games in conjunction with the Department of Student Life
Ensures a certified coach is present at all cheer practices and games
Develops appropriate training programs and practice schedules
Ensures proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of all athletic equipment and uniforms, and update inventories are adhered to
Arranges game transportation for athletic participants in conjunction with the Department of Student Life
Travels with student athletes for all events or assigns a School District-approved designee to travel with all other levels, on the team bus to and from games
Adheres to all financial policies of the district in regard to the collection and disbursement of money, expenses, and receipts
Makes recommendations regarding the purchase of uniforms, equipment, and supplies
Works directly with the Middle School Athletic Director in preparing cheer practice schedules
Maintains necessary records and completes required paperwork in a specified time and manner.
Ensures that form(s) (insurance, attendance, medical) are obtained and current
Ensures that all student-athletes practicing or playing have been cleared through the Middle School Athletic Director's office




Enforces discipline policies and emphasizes sportsmanship and healthy lifestyles.
Supervises students in locker rooms at home and away games, and ensures appropriate behavior
Checks and ensures all office, storage room, outside doors, locker rooms, and all lights are off after the last player leaves after games and practices (Head Coach may delegate this responsibility to an Assistant Coach)
Ensures that appropriate rules and regulations regarding the conduct and eligibility of athletic activities and athletes are explained and followed
Maintains a safe environment and facilities for student athletes at all times.
Ensures that medical and safety requirements are adhered to
Coordinates with the Press and reports game scores
Follows OHSAA rules and regulations.
Follows the Ohio Capital conference rules and regulations
Provides guidance for youth cheer programs
Assists in the selection and training of assistant coaches
Works with Athletic Training when reporting injuries
Reports and secures approval from the district for all adults associated with their sport
Submits athlete rosters to the Middle School Athletic Director three weeks before the first game, any changes to the student information on the roster, inventories, final season statistics and alphabetical list of award winners immediately following the season (list includes the number of awards earned)
Consults the Middle School Athletic Director regarding any off-season training programs
Assigns duties to all assistant coaches under his/her jurisdiction, including pre-season practice sessions
Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, parents, fellow coaches, and officials, and resolves conflict in a professional manner
Appropriately maintains and secures confidential records and inquiries
Professionally represents the school and the District in interactions with students, parents, community, staff, and the media
Maintains appropriate certifications and training hours as required
Attends work regularly and is punctual
Marginal Duties and Responsibilities
Attends in-service training and staff meetings as needed
Sanitizes and cleans equipment
Inspects facilities and athletic facilitiesfor health and safety concerns
Chaperones/supervises athletic events as needed
Supervisory Responsibilities




All school employees have some responsibility for supervising standards and assisting in maintaining a safe environment
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate.
The employee is frequently required to move, sit, and use technology.
The employee must have the ability to teach proper techniques and skills needed for athletic participation
Work Environment
The work setting characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment is a standard basketball courtand other athletic event settings.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but occasionally high, depending upon the student population and activities.
The employee is regularly exposed to wet/humid and/or outdoor weather conditions.
The employee may be exposed to bodily fluids and/or bloodborne pathogens
Other
This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions, or working conditions associated with the job.
This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment.
The school district may add to, modify, or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable
Employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance use in the workplace throughout his/her employment with the District.
This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent.
The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent's supervisor and/or appointing authority.
The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and transgender identity, disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.
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