Head Coach, TJC Cheer

Tyler Junior College gives equal consideration to all applicants for admission, employment and participation in its programs and activities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or limited English proficiency (LEP).

DESCRIPTION

This Head Coach, TJC Cheer is a full-time, 12-month position with evening and weekend hours required. This position serves as Head Cheerleading Coach for the Tyler Junior College to provide a visible, positive presence to promote school spirit at athletic, community and campus-wide events. The Head Cheerleading Coach is responsible for tryouts, pre-season training, all games, practices, appearances, performances and workouts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

• Participating in all college activities which lead to student recruitment, retention and completion;
• Serving as sponsor, mentor, and coach for the Tyler Junior College Cheerleaders;
• Preparing, organizing and coaching at all practices, performances, appearances, competitions, and off-season trainings;
• Promoting a spirit of cooperation and collaboration between, but not limited to, the TJC Cheerleaders, Apache Athletics, Apache Belles, and Apache Band;
• Marketing the TJC Cheerleading program and College mascot to the public through community service, maintaining the website and social media platforms;
• Maintaining, inventorying, and ordering all supplies, practice wear, gear, signs, uniforms, etc.;
• Handling all travel arrangements for the team, as well as traveling with the squad to and from events as needed, including athletic games, camp, performances, competitions, etc.
• Overseeing, recruiting, and scheduling appearances and performances of the college mascot at various events, functions, and games to create a collegiate atmosphere and game day experience;
• Recruiting cheerleader and mascot candidates including, but not limited to, visiting and communicating with regional and national high schools, local gyms, and other cheer related programs;
• Hosting recruit clinics and conducting tryouts to select cheerleaders each year, as well as those serving as mascot;
• Monitoring and maintaining expenses and incoming funds to remain within budget limitations, as well as formulate and implement fundraising tactics to raise funds for cheer program.
• Coordinating all aspects of collegiate competition and camp, including but not limited to, choreography, music, travel arrangements, meals, lodging and supplies;
• Providing a healthy and safe environment for cheerleaders and participants per established College policies and procedures, while collaborating with athletic trainer(s) for the team’s nutrition, exercise and conditioning;
• Monitoring athletic development, as well as all student athletes’ academic performance by hosting study hours and checking registration;
• Working closely with TJC Alumni Affairs and Institutional Advancement in the development of the Cheerleading Alumni program;
• Planning and coordinating a youth cheer camp and/or summer camp for community members to attend;
• Assisting with Center for Student Life & Involvement events, as needed;
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Director of Student Life.

Competencies

Skills and Abilities

• Understanding of college student development and knowledge of current trends in cheerleading;
• Demonstrate organizational and planning skills;
• Experience advising student organizations or supervisory skills;
• Possess effective communication skills required: speaking and writing;
• Ability to demonstrate, teach and critique the technical skills associated with collegiate cheer team.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a related field;
• 2 years of coaching experience at the professional, college or high school level;
• Knowledge of USA Cheer safety standards and must be USA Cheer safety certified or must be willing to obtain immediately upon hire.

Preferred Education/Experience

• Master’s degree in a related field;
• 4 years of coaching experience at the professional, college or high school level;
• Experience overseeing and managing a budget with proven experience in fundraising.

Required Credentials/Licensures

• Certification through National Cheerleading Association as a cheerleading sponsor or coach;

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

EXPECTATIONS

• Must be able to travel and work evenings, weekends and holidays, as required;
• Live within Smith County, or 30-mile radius of Tyler Junior College to allow for regular participation in community and college activities;
• Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities;
• This position holds expectations of compliance with all USA Cheer and NJCAA rules and regulations;
• Must have and maintain a current valid Texas driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• Will have contact – in person, by email, or by phone – with staff, students, and the general public.
• Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities.
• Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of each employee.

NOTE: With or without reasonable accommodation, the individual in this position must possess the competencies and must be able to perform the essential functions and duties of the job as described above - including essential tasks requiring specific physical demands.

• Tyler Junior College gives equal consideration to all applicants for admission, employment and participation in its programs and activities without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or limited English proficiency (LEP). Tyler Junior College respects the legal rights of each person to work and learn in an environment that is free from unlawful sexual discrimination including sexual harassment and sexual violence. Applications from qualified women and ethnic minority group members are strongly encouraged.