Head Cheer Coach

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Iowa State University is seeking applicants for a part-time Head Cheerleading Coach. The Head Cheerleading Coach is responsible for providing leadership, technical instruction, and program oversight to foster excellence in performance, safety, teamwork, and squad development while serving as a positive ambassador for Iowa State University Athletics.

Schedule:

Average 15 hours per week. The position works primarily in the evenings and on weekends and involves some travel, including overnight travel, for assigned competitions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide instruction and training in cheerleading fundamentals, with an emphasis on proper technique, skill progression, and safety in stunting, tumbling, and performance execution.
• Provide leadership, oversight, and accountability for the cheerleading program aligned with departmental and institutional values.
• Plan, organize, and oversee practices and game-day performances to ensure high standards of execution, professionalism, and spirit promotion.
• Coordinate and conduct team tryouts and clinics, evaluate prospective members, and lead recruitment efforts.
• Maintain inventory of uniforms and equipment, controlling the distribution and return of ISU-issued property.
• Hire, train, and supervise evaluate part-time assistant coaches.
• Assist with annual fundraising initiatives.

This position requires comprehensive knowledge of cheerleading techniques, safety standards, and program administration, along with exceptional leadership, teaching, and communication skills. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment and effectively engaging with a diverse student population and community.

Candidates are expected to obtain Certification through USA Cheer Safety & Risk Management (or equivalent) within 90 days of hire and maintain ongoing safety certification during employment.  

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience coaching collegiate or competitive cheer environments, including stunting training with spotting techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Collegiate coaching experience within Division I or a Power Four conference.
• Experience as a cheer team member at a collegiate program.
• Experience preparing teams for NCA/UCA College Nationals or similar national competitions
• Cheer safety certification.

About ISU Athletics

As an NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision athletics program and a founding member of the Big 12 Conference, Iowa State University sponsors 18 intercollegiate athletics teams and supports 450 student-athletes in their pursuit of academic and athletic excellence. ISU Athletics employs over 250 talented and dedicated full-time staff members, more than 500 temporary and student employees, and multiple auxiliary partners who collaboratively work within a culture to support and enhance the experiences of Cyclone student-athletes and their loyal fan base. Iowa State student-athletes have produced 10-consecutive years of record-setting Graduation Success Rate scores in the classroom, while athletically, the Cyclones have captured 19 national team championships, 140 national individual titles and 162 conference team championships in its rich history.  www.cyclones.com 

Application Instructions
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

• Resume
• Contact information for 3 professional references

*This position is currently not eligible for ISU insurance benefits.

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu, or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

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Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.