Head Cheer Coach - Middle School

Molalla River Middle School is actively recruiting for a Head Cheer Coach Anticipated Start Date: Summer 2025 thru June 30, 2026 JOB GOALS: Help each participating student to achieve a high level of skill and knowledge of the sport. Instill in the participants an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship. Help students achieve an increased level of self-esteem. Develop a positive working relationship with students, staff, administration, parents, and community. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possesses a valid First Aid Card Completion of an annual Bloodborne Pathogen Course. Possesses a high level of competence which may include prior participation in the sport, prior coaching experience, and completion of courses and/or clinics sufficient to provide the knowledge and skill to meet the performance responsibilities described below. Has experience teaching, working with, and/or coaching middle school-age students. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Encourages good sportsmanship, fair play, ethical conduct, good scholarship and desirable pupil-teacher relationships. Oversees, under the direction of the Head High School Coach, the coordination of the 6-8 program for the particular sport, including philosophy, system of play, training of coaches, and program expectations. Provides leadership, guidance and training for assistant coaches and volunteers in the middle school program. Plans for and conducts organized practice sessions which actively involve all participants in conditioning, skill development and play practice. Ensures a fair and consistent system for determining, if necessary, who makes the team, what position a participant plays, and how much playing time a participant is given. Makes recommendations to the athletic director in matters of scheduling and financing. Implements an effective system for ensuring the care and marking of equipment, supplies and by the participants in his/her sport. Completes and submits to the athletic director an accurate and up-to-date inventory immediately following the close of the season. Is responsible for supervising participants wherever they may be present, including the locker room, playing/practice area, training rooms, and on the buses. Takes all reasonable precautions to provide for the health and safety of the participants. Takes responsibility for the conduct of all players and managers while under his/her jurisdiction, at home or away. Adheres to the school and district regulations and policies regarding the conduct of coaches and student eligibility in middle school sports. Ensures that students are eligible for initial participation in the sport before the issuance of equipment or participation in practice. Maintains a record of all injuries and reports information to the athletic director's office and the office of the principal if they may require medical attention. Informs students and parents in writing as to training rules, practice requirements and overall school athletic policies no later than the first day of practice. Works constructively with colleagues and others for the purpose of improving the quality of an athlete's behavior and academic success. Submits to the athletic director: A complete roster of participants in his/her sport within 15 days after the beginning of practice. A squad roster one week before the first game. If applicable, oversees all fundraising activities related to his/her sport to ensure that all board policies and regulations are being followed. Performs such other tasks as may be assigned by the Board or Administration. ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, BONDING, AND/OR TESTING REQUIRED: Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance First Aid Card Bloodborne Pathogen Training

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