Assistant Cheer Coach - Gratis
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Job Posting Title:
Assistant Cheer Coach - Gratis
Position Type:
Wages as Earned (Fixed Term)
Department:
LSUA ASA - StuSvc - Cheer Coach (Alacia M Caillier (00083684))
Work Location:
LSU - Alexandria
Pay Grade:
Temporary
Job Description:
Department: Athletics
Reports To: Head Cheer Coach
Classification: Gratis unpaid Employee Volunteer (or as designated by the University)
Position Summary
The Assistant Cheer Coach supports the Head Cheer Coach in the daily operation and continued development of the LSUA Cheer Program. This position assists with recruiting, coaching, practice planning, game-day operations, competitions, camps, and community engagement, while promoting academic success, leadership, sportsmanship, and the mission of Louisiana State University of Alexandria and the NAIA.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist the Head Cheer Coach in planning and conducting practices.
- Lead practices and team activities in the absence of the Head Coach.
- Assist with teaching and developing cheerleading skills, including motions, jumps, tumbling, stunting, pyramids, game day routines, and competition routines.
- Assist in creating, teaching, cleaning, and maintaining game day and competition materials.
- Provide proper spotting and instruction to ensure athlete safety during all practices and
performances.
- Travel with the team to athletic events, competitions, camps, appearances, and other university-approved activities.
- Assist with athlete supervision during travel, practices, competitions, and university
events.
- Help coordinate tryouts, recruitment events, youth camps, clinics, and community outreach activities.
- Encourage and monitor academic success, personal development, and leadership among
student-athletes.
- Promote a positive team culture that reflects professionalism, respect, integrity, and sportsmanship.
- Assist with inventory and maintenance of uniforms, equipment, and program supplies.
- Support fundraising initiatives and sponsorship activities as assigned.
- Assist with scheduling, communication, and administrative tasks as requested by the Head Coach.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head Cheer Coach or Director of Athletics.
Work Environment
The Assistant Cheer Coach will work in gymnasiums, athletic facilities, outdoor venues, and travel locations. Evening, weekend, and holiday work is required based on the team's competition and athletic schedules.
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:
NoneSpecial Instructions:
Required QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent; bachelor's degree preferred.
Previous experience in competitive cheerleading and/or coaching.
Strong knowledge of cheerleading fundamentals, including stunting and safety techniques.
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel as required.
Ability to demonstrate and teach proper cheerleading techniques.
Preferred Qualifications
Collegiate cheerleading experience.
Previous coaching experience at the high school, all-star, or collegiate level.
Experience with game day and competitive cheer programs.
Knowledge of NAIA athletics and collegiate athletics operations.
Certification Requirements
The Assistant Cheer Coach is expected to obtain and maintain an approved cheerleading safety certification, such as a current USA Cheer or equivalent nationally recognized collegiate cheer safety certification, within a timeframe established by the Head Coach or Athletics Department. The assistant coach must maintain all required certifications throughout their employment.
Physical Requirements
Ability to demonstrate cheerleading techniques.
Ability to spot athletes safely during stunting and tumbling activities.
Ability to lift, catch, and support athletes during practices and performances.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and participate in extended practices and events.
Ability to travel with the team and work evenings and weekends.
Gratis
Skills Needed:
Preferred Skills:
Posting Date:
August 14, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401 or emailed hr@lsua.edu
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