Cheerleading Skills Coach

Job DetailsJob Location: High School - Orange, CA 92867Position Type: SeasonalEducation Level: High SchoolTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: AnyJob Category: EducationPOSITION SUMMARY 
This position is responsible for developing athletes’ technical skills in stunting and tumbling across all levels within the Spiritleader Program. The Skills Coach serves as a technical specialist and leader, working in collaboration with the Head Cheer Coach and other program coaches to enhance athlete performance, safety, and progression. This role includes leading a dedicated weekly skills practice focused on progression, technique refinement, and confidence building in both stunting and tumbling. The Skills Coach must be confident in spotting and coaching all levels of skills, from foundational through elite, and play a key role in preparing athletes for successful integration into routines and competition performance. In alignment with Student Life programs, the Skills Coach contributes to the overall mission of Orange Lutheran High School by fostering Christian leadership, character development, and a positive, growth-centered environment.

Reports to: Head Cheer Coach

Supervises: None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Partnership, Coordination, and Collaboration

Partner and collaborate with the Head Coach and program staff to align skills training with team goals and competition readiness
Communicate athlete progress, readiness, and safety considerations to the coaching staff
Support overall program development through technical expertise in stunting and tumbling

Leadership

Model Christian values and demonstrate the love of Christ in all interactions with athletes, families, and staff
Foster a positive, disciplined, and encouraging environment focused on growth and accountability
Communicate effectively and professionally with athletes and coaching staff
Support team culture, unity, and adherence to program expectations

Coaching (Primary Responsibility)

Plan and lead a weekly 1.5–2 hour skills practice every Wednesday morning on campus, focused on stunting and tumbling development
Teach, progress, and refine skills across all levels, including:

Basic Fundamentals: rolls, handstands, cartwheels, basic stunt positions
Intermediate: back handsprings, tucks, extensions, transitions, single-leg stunts
Advanced/Elite: fulls, rewinds, release moves, inversion entries, high-level tumbling passes

Provide confident, consistent spotting for all levels of stunting and tumbling, ensuring athlete safety at all times
Evaluate athlete skill levels and implement appropriate progressions and modifications
Emphasize proper technique, body awareness, timing, and execution
Implement conditioning and drills to support safe skill progression and injury prevention
Assist in preparing athletes for the integration of skills into routines and competition performances 

Safety & Risk Management

Ensure the safety of all athletes during training through proper spotting, progression, and supervision
Maintain awareness of athlete readiness and prevent unsafe skill attempts
Follow all safety protocols, certifications, and governing body guidelines
Monitor training environment to ensure appropriate use of equipment and space

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the competencies, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education 

High School education required

Experience

Experience as a cheerleading/STUNT coach for 1-3 years or related experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties listed

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, CLEARANCES

Valid Fingerprint, CPR, TB, and First Aid Certifications
Ministry Safe Clearance
Valid California driver's license
NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Certificate
NFHS Concussion in Sports Certificate
NFHS Heat Illness Prevention Certificate
NFHS Sudden Cardiac Arrest Certificate
Current AACCA Certification within 1 month of the higher date

KEY COMPETENCIES

Knowledge

Knowledge of how to lead and critique evaluations
Knowledge of the rules, principles, techniques, and safety procedures of Cheerleading

Skills & Abilities

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following abilities:

Communicate Skills

Share information and ideas clearly and effectively with a diverse group of students and adults
Proficient in the use of communication technology
Excellent phone etiquette
Excellent written communication skills

Interpersonal Skills

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, and co-workers
Able to work effectively as part of a team

Leadership/Organizational Skills

Pay tremendous attention to details
Strong leadership abilities, including an encouraging, motivating presence to help with conflict management, team building, mentoring and coaching, goal-setting, and prioritization
Present a professional appearance and demeanor when representing Orange Lutheran
Strong organizational skills; uses time efficiently; close attention to detail, and excellent follow-through
Able to manage multiple priorities and projects and meet deadlines
Able to work independently and take initiative
Able to work in a busy atmosphere with frequent interruptions

Attendance/Punctuality/Dependability

Able to work occasional weekend and evening hours
Able to be present for all try-out dates
Able to be at practice times determined for the school year and summer

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Centered in God’s grace – views his/her life and ministry from a center of God’s love and forgiveness
Exhibit the highest level of Christian integrity - his/her life reflects Christ-like morals, behavior, attitude, and leadership.
Is able to articulate his/her Christian faith
Active member of a Christian church; Missouri Synod preferred
Support the Mission and Statement of Faith of Orange Lutheran High School

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The employee is frequently required to stand for extended periods, speak clearly, hear accurately, and move about the campus, gymnasium, or athletic field
The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects or controls, and smell 
The employee must occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 20 lbs, and bend, stoop, sit on the floor, climb stairs, squat, kneel, jump, twist, or bend
Specific vision abilities include near and far vision within the normal range, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Sufficient agility and strength to effectively demonstrate Cheer techniques

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job
The typical work environment is split between a climate-controlled high school gym, dance studio, and outdoors on the football field, with exposure to varying temperatures and climatic conditions
The typical noise level is quiet to moderate, but may occasionally be loud
Qualifications