Spirit Team Coach

Position: Spirit Team Coach/Trainer

SLOCA’s VISION OF AND FOR EMPLOYEES

Highly desirable employees and contractors at SLO Classical Academy are those who are passionate about classical education and children, committed to personal and professional growth and development, effective and loyal team players, creative thinkers, in full support of our core values, and interested in the health and growth of SLO Classical Academy.

POSITION PURPOSE / JOB SUMMARY

As a vital part of the SLO Classical Academy team, the Spirit Team Coach is responsible for leading and training a group of student-athletes in cheerleading and dance at school events, including practices, competitions, and game days, ensuring safety while fostering a positive team culture and promoting school spirit through enthusiastic and coordinated performances.

JOB STRUCTURE AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

• The Spirit Team Coach position is a seasonal position with coaching taking place from July - November, with the possibility of it becoming a year-round position

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Extensive knowledge of cheerleading techniques
• Must demonstrate knowledge of cheer and dance, proven success in coaching cheer and dance, and the ability to develop and motivate student-athletes
• Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing
• Experience in instructing tumbling preferred

CORE COMPETENCIES

• A willingness to learn about and support the mission of SLO Classical Academy
• A heart for students and athletes and a desire to support the SLOCA Athletic mission and focus
• Able to take guidance yet work independently with minimal need for supervision or direction
• An affinity towards students and their development, along with an effective and flexible approach towards development and discipline in the athletic setting
• Service-oriented; a team player
• Hold a mindset of growth and willingness to learn.
• Ability to prioritize and carry out tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently, both verbally and in writing.
• Personal standard of excellence; highly organized; attention to detail and accuracy; flexible & adaptable; creative.
• Strong problem assessment and problem solving skills.
• Strong information gathering and monitoring skills.
• Ability to carry out duties as described below.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and teach spirit team routines, including choreography & stunts and accompanying music, and promote school spirit at events
• Demonstrate knowledge and ability to implement effective coaching theory, strategies, and techniques appropriate for student-athletes
• Foster a positive team dynamic, promoting leadership within the team and building camaraderie
• Maintain inventory of spirit team equipment, uniforms, and supplies
• Evaluate individual strengths and weaknesses, providing personalized feedback to improve skills and technique
• Develop and grow the Spirit Team program for the school by implementing new features, enhancing existing functionalities, and optimizing program structure to improve user experience and engagement
• Develop strategies to attract new users and retain existing ones through targeted outreach and engagement initiatives

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit on the floor, walk, and reach overhead for long periods of time. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels, Ability to speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly.

Job Types: Contract, Seasonal

Pay: $1,500.00 - $3,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• After school

Work Location: In person

Salary : $1,500 - $3,000