Mount Cheer Club Assistant Coach- St Gerard Education And Athletic Center

Employment Status: Part-Time / Seasonal

Compensation: $850 stipend for the season

Summary:

The coach fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by developing, initiating, and administering the program in a particular sport which prepares the student athlete for interscholastic competition. The Coach is recommended to the principal by the cheer coach, hired by the principal, and evaluated in consultation with the athletic cheer head coach.

Organization Overview:

Mount Cheer Club is a competitive cheerleading program sponsored by the Archdiocese of San Antonio . Our team is a 5-time National Champion program dedicated to developing strong athletes and leaders. Participants must be students enrolled in Archdiocese schools, with current athletes representing 5 different schools. The program serves students in 2nd through 9th grade.

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
• Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teaching of the Catholic Church
• Supports and adheres to the Religious Standards for Catholic School Employees and policies and procedures of the school and Archdiocese
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters

Position Overview:

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Assistant Cheer Coach to support our competitive elementary and middle school cheer team. This individual will play a key role in athlete development, practice execution, and competition preparation while helping maintain a positive and disciplined team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head Coach in planning and leading practices
• Attend all scheduled practices and competitions
• Help teach and reinforce cheer fundamentals including motions, jumps, stunting, and basic tumbling
• Ensure athlete safety and proper technique at all times
• Provide encouragement and foster teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship
• Assist with routine review, cleaning choreography, and performance readiness
• Support communication between athletes, parents, and coaching staff
• Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship

Practice & Event Schedule:

• Practices held Wednesdays and Saturdays
• Attendance required at all practices, competitions and team events

Program Management:

• Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students’ athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis
• Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Keep informed of and ensure compliance with all rules
• Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation
• Work with head coach to schedule competitions and coordinate arrangements

Student Management:

• Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions including out-of-town trips
• Instruct and advise students on regulations with regard to academic requirements
• Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook
• Encourage, by example and through instruction, sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation

Qualifications:

• Prior cheer coaching experience required (youth or school level preferred)
• Strong knowledge of cheerleading fundamentals
• Ability to work with athletes in grades 2–9
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Reliable, positive, and team-oriented attitude

Additional Requirements:

• Must support the mission and values of the Archdiocese of San Antonio
• Virtus, background check, CPR/First Aid certification required

Additional Information:

• This is a stipend-based position for the full season ($850 total)

 This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities,  skills, duties, or working conditions associated with the job. While  this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job,  management reserves the right to revise as needed. 

The Archdiocese of  San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer.