Southfield A and T

• Position Type:
    Athletics/Activities/Activity Sponsor
  
  
• Date Posted:
    8/20/2025
  
  
• Location:
    District Wide Athletics
  
  
• District:
    Southfield Public Schools  

Position Title: Cheer Head Coach
Reports To: Building Principal/Athletic Director
Location: Southfield A&T High School
Start Date/End Date: August 2025-October School Year - FALL ATHLETICS)
Salary: $1,900.00 Stipend per the SEA CBA (paid at the end of the season based on the payment calendar)
 
Job Summary:
The Cheer Coach is responsible for organizing, planning, and leading the cheerleading program. This includes teaching cheers, stunts, and dance routines; promoting school spirit; always ensuring safety; and fostering teamwork, discipline, and leadership among team members. The coach will work closely with the athletic department, school administration, and parents to support athletic events, competitions, and school functions.

• Plan and conduct practices focused on cheer techniques, stunting, tumbling, and performance.
• Lead the cheer team in promoting school spirit at games, pep rallies, and special events.
• Choreograph routines for halftime shows, assemblies, and competitions.
• Always emphasize safety, particularly during stunts and tumbling activities.
• Promote positive team culture, including sportsmanship, responsibility, and leadership.
• Ensure all participants meet eligibility, academic, and attendance requirements.
• Manage uniforms, equipment, and team fundraising efforts.
• Maintain open and professional communication with student-athletes, parents, and school staff.
• Supervise athletes during all practices, games, competitions, and travel (if applicable).
• Support and enforce all school, district, and league policies.

• Prior experience as a cheer coach at the high school or club level or higher required.
• Knowledge of cheer techniques, stunts, and performance skills.
• Ability to demonstrate skills and drills and routines.
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.
• Must be able to supervise and motivate students in a positive manner.

• Experience coaching at middle school, high school, or competitive level.
• Experience with music editing and choreography.