Cheerleading Advisor
Fostoria City School District
- Fostoria, Ohio, United States
- Fostoria, Ohio, United States
About
Cheerleading Adviser
Reports To:
Athletic Director
Job Objectives
Provides leadership, instruction, and support to cheerleaders to promote skill development, teamwork, and personal growth while fostering a positive and safe environment. Encourages student engagement and responsibility through participation, and maintains ongoing communication with the athletic director regarding program activities and needs.
Minimum Qualifications
- Valid Ohio teaching license or certificate appropriate for the assignment, or the ability to obtain a valid pupil activity permit.
- Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., tuberculosis screening).
- Documented evidence of a clear criminal record (BCI/FBI background checks).
- Demonstrated knowledge of cheerleading skills, techniques, and safety practices; prior coaching or advising experience preferred.
- Completion of all required pupil activity supervisor validation requirements.
Responsibilities and Essential Functions: The following duties are representative of the responsibilities and performance expectations for this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Provides instruction, leadership, and technical expertise in the development of cheerleading skills, routines, and performance.
- Promotes teamwork, sportsmanship, leadership, and personal growth among student participants.
- Maintains a safe, structured, and positive environment; enforces student conduct expectations in accordance with district policy.
- Plans, organizes, and supervises all aspects of the cheerleading program, including tryouts, practices, performances, and off-season activities.
- Coordinates schedules and activities in alignment with the school calendar and communicates all relevant information to the athletic director.
- Collaborates with the athletic director to assess program needs; manages equipment, uniforms, and supplies while ensuring proper use and care of school property.
- Organizes and oversees a fair and transparent tryout process.
- Communicates expectations clearly to students and families, including eligibility requirements, participation guidelines, schedules, and program objectives.
- Maintains accurate records and submits required reports and documentation in a timely manner.
- Ensures all required forms (e.g., physicals, medical authorizations, insurance) are completed and on file.
- Implements appropriate safety procedures; teaches injury prevention techniques and responds appropriately to injuries, including documentation and reporting.
- Ensures continuous supervision of students during all program-related activities.
- Promotes academic success as a priority and monitors student eligibility.
- Evaluates individual and team performance to support growth and continuous program improvement.
- Maintains confidentiality of student information and respects personal privacy.
- Supports and participates in student recognition programs, including verification of awards and lettering requirements.
- Supervises fundraising activities and ensures all financial procedures comply with district guidelines and student activity
Languages
- English
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