Assistant Cheerleading Coach

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Keene State College is seeking an enthusiastic, reliable, and skilled Assistant Cheerleading Coach to support the Head Coach in leading a positive, safe, and competitive cheer program. The Assistant Coach will help plan and facilitate practices, support athlete development, assist with national team choreography, and handle administrative responsibilities. This position requires regular attendance at home basketball games, occasional travel, and a commitment to fostering team spirit and sportsmanship within the Keene State community. Required to travel to NCA Collegiate Nationals in April.

Duties/Responsibilities

Coaching & Athlete Development (33%)

• Assist the Head Coach in planning and conducting cheer practices, conditioning sessions, and skill-building activities.

• Provide instruction in stunting, tumbling, choreography, safety techniques, and game-day performance routines.

• Support athletes in achieving skill progression while promoting a positive team culture and strong work ethic.

• Help ensure compliance with all safety guidelines, college policies, and governing cheer regulations.

Game-Day & Event Responsibilities (33%)

• Attend and support all scheduled home basketball games and designated athletic events.

• Assist with game-day performances, sideline coordination, and team spirit activities.

• Help organize team presence at campus events, community engagements, and promotional activities.

Administrative & Program Support (33%)

• Assist with program logistics, including scheduling, roster management, communication updates, and equipment inventory.

• Help track athlete attendance, performance, and progression.

• Support recruitment efforts by attending tryouts, evaluating prospects, and helping maintain a welcoming team environment.

• Communicate effectively with athletes, families, staff, and the Athletics Department.

Requirements

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

• Previous cheerleading experience (sideline, competitive, or college-level).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of cheer technique, safety standards, and routine development.

• Solid organizational and administrative skills, including communication and record-keeping.

• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed for practices and games.

• Commitment to student-athlete well-being, inclusion, and positive team leadership.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior collegiate coaching experience.

• Experience in choreography, tumbling instruction, or athletic event coordination.

Applicant Instructions

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the Resume/Cover Letter section of your application:

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• Contact Information for 3 Professional References

Compensation Pay Range:

$10/hour

Keene State College is located in the scenic Monadnock region of Southwest New Hampshire and is an affiliate of the University System of New Hampshire. Located approximately 2 hours from Boston or Hartford CT, and 4 hours from New York City, the region contains many opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, cultural events, and a strong sense of community. To learn more about Keene State College, the University System of New Hampshire, and the Keene community, please
visit: https://www.keene.edu, https://www.usnh.edu/ or https://www.ci.keene.nh.us.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

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