Assistant Cheerleading Coach

Description: About King University Founded in 1867, King University is a comprehensive Christian university located in Bristol, Tennessee. King is dedicated to providing students with a rich and rigorous academic experience that integrates faith, learning, and service in a close-knit, student-centered community. The Assistant Cheerleading Coach serves as a vital member of the King University Cheerleading Program, supporting the Head Cheerleading Coach in fostering a Christ-centered, student-athlete experience that promotes excellence in athletics, academics, leadership, and spiritual growth. This position assists in the daily operations of the cheerleading program while helping develop student-athletes who reflect the mission, values, and Christian faith foundation of King University. The Assistant Cheerleading Coach is responsible for overseeing all basketball game-day operations. They will be responsible for assisting with budget management, recruiting efforts, contributing to practice planning, athlete development, and helping maintain a positive team culture rooted in faith, integrity, servant leadership, and accountability.

Minimum Qualifications: Mission Alignment King University is a Christian university dedicated to educating students through the integration of rigorous academics, vibrant faith, and meaningful service. The Assistant Cheerleading Coach is expected to support and advance this mission by mentoring student-athletes, demonstrating Christian leadership, and contributing to an environment where faith and learning flourish together.

Responsibilities: Game Day Operations and Event Management • Coordinate and oversee all cheerleading game-day operations for men’s and women’s basketball games. • Develop, organize, and implement game day cheers, chants, sidelines, dances, promotions, crowd-engagement activities, and spirit initiatives. • Ensure all game day performances are executed professionally and align with university and athletic department standards. • Lead scheduling, preparation, and communication related to game day responsibilities with the appropriate athletic department staff. • Manage team logistics associated with basketball game appearances and special athletic events such as game themes, promotions, etc. • Collaborate with athletic department personnel, marketing staff, and game operations personnel to enhance fan engagement and attendance. • Maintain a high standard of professionalism, enthusiasm, and sportsmanship during all university events. Financial Management and Budget Oversight • Manage team purchasing processes in accordance with university policies and procedures. • Assist in the p reparation, submission, and tracking of expense reports, reimbursement requests, invoices, and related financial documentation. • Assist the Head Coach in monitoring program expenditures and maintaining accurate financial records. • Serve as a secondary reviewer for budget management to ensure fiscal responsibility and compliance. • Support long-term financial planning and assist in maintaining established program financial goals. • Help identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure effective spending of program resources. Fundraising and Program Development • Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing fundraising initiatives that support program growth and sustainability. • Collaborate with the Head Coach to establish and achieve annual fundraising objectives. • Promote a culture of faith and service within the cheerleading program. Recruiting and Student-Athlete Development • Assist in identifying, evaluating, and recruiting prospective student-athletes who align with the academic, athletic, and spiritual values of King University. • Participate in recruiting communications, visits, camps, clinics, and outreach initiatives. • Maintain clean and organized recruiting databases and documentation for the head coach and Athletic department. • Support efforts to attract and retain high-character student athletes committed to academic and athletic success. • Advance program sustainability by helping achieve targeted roster composition, retention, and growth goals through proactive recruiting and relationship-building efforts. Practice Planning and Coaching Support • Assist in planning and conducting practices, workouts, and team development sessions. • Provide instruction in cheerleading techniques, game day skills, performance execution, leadership development, and team dynamics. • Support athlete skill progression while emphasizing safety, discipline, and personal accountability. • Assist in evaluating team performance and implementing strategies for continuous improvement. • Promote a culture of excellence, teamwork, and servant leadership. Christian Leadership and Spiritual Development • Model Christian character and uphold the mission, values, and faith commitments of King University. • Encourage spiritual growth and discipleship among student-athletes. • Foster an environment that integrates faith into athletic participation and daily team interactions. • Demonstrate integrity, humility, compassion, and servant leadership in all aspects of coaching and student engagement. • Support team devotionals, prayer opportunities, faith discussions, and other initiatives that contribute to the spiritual development of student-athletes. Additional Responsibilities • Represent King University and the Athletics Department in a professional and positive manner. • Comply with all university, conference, and governing body policies and regulations. • Perform all other duties as assigned by the Head Cheerleading Coach and Athletics Administration. Qualifications Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree required. • Previous cheerleading coaching and/or collegiate cheerleading experience. • Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills. • Experience managing budgets, purchases, and administrative processes. • Ability to work early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and travel as required. • Commitment to the Christian mission and values of King University. Preferred Qualifications • Collegiate coaching experience. • Experience with recruiting student-athletes. • Experience in fundraising and program development. • Knowledge of game day operations, fan engagement, and athletic event management. Physical Requirements • Ability to demonstrate and instruct cheerleading skills as necessary. • Ability to stand, walk, lift, and actively participate during practices, games, events, and travel. • Ability to supervise student-athletes in various athletic settings. • Ability to spot tumbling and building skills safely and in compliance with USA Cheerleading standards.

Language: Proficiency in written and spoken English required

Description: About King University Founded in 1867, King University is a comprehensive Christian university located in Bristol, Tennessee. King is dedicated to providing students with a rich and rigorous academic experience that integrates faith, learning, and service in a close-knit, student-centered community. The Assistant Cheerleading Coach serves as a vital member of the King University Cheerleading Program, supporting the Head Cheerleading Coach in fostering a Christ-centered, student-athlete experience that promotes excellence in athletics, academics, leadership, and spiritual growth. This position assists in the daily operations of the cheerleading program while helping develop student-athletes who reflect the mission, values, and Christian faith foundation of King University. The Assistant Cheerleading Coach is responsible for overseeing all basketball game-day operations. They will be responsible for assisting with budget management, recruiting efforts, contributing to practice planning, athlete development, and helping maintain a positive team culture rooted in faith, integrity, servant leadership, and accountability.

Minimum Qualifications: Mission Alignment King University is a Christian university dedicated to educating students through the integration of rigorous academics, vibrant faith, and meaningful service. The Assistant Cheerleading Coach is expected to support and advance this mission by mentoring student-athletes, demonstrating Christian leadership, and contributing to an environment where faith and learning flourish together.

Responsibilities: Game Day Operations and Event Management • Coordinate and oversee all cheerleading game-day operations for men’s and women’s basketball games. • Develop, organize, and implement game day cheers, chants, sidelines, dances, promotions, crowd-engagement activities, and spirit initiatives. • Ensure all game day performances are executed professionally and align with university and athletic department standards. • Lead scheduling, preparation, and communication related to game day responsibilities with the appropriate athletic department staff. • Manage team logistics associated with basketball game appearances and special athletic events such as game themes, promotions, etc. • Collaborate with athletic department personnel, marketing staff, and game operations personnel to enhance fan engagement and attendance. • Maintain a high standard of professionalism, enthusiasm, and sportsmanship during all university events. Financial Management and Budget Oversight • Manage team purchasing processes in accordance with university policies and procedures. • Assist in the p reparation, submission, and tracking of expense reports, reimbursement requests, invoices, and related financial documentation. • Assist the Head Coach in monitoring program expenditures and maintaining accurate financial records. • Serve as a secondary reviewer for budget management to ensure fiscal responsibility and compliance. • Support long-term financial planning and assist in maintaining established program financial goals. • Help identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure effective spending of program resources. Fundraising and Program Development • Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing fundraising initiatives that support program growth and sustainability. • Collaborate with the Head Coach to establish and achieve annual fundraising objectives. • Promote a culture of faith and service within the cheerleading program. Recruiting and Student-Athlete Development • Assist in identifying, evaluating, and recruiting prospective student-athletes who align with the academic, athletic, and spiritual values of King University. • Participate in recruiting communications, visits, camps, clinics, and outreach initiatives. • Maintain clean and organized recruiting databases and documentation for the head coach and Athletic department. • Support efforts to attract and retain high-character student athletes committed to academic and athletic success. • Advance program sustainability by helping achieve targeted roster composition, retention, and growth goals through proactive recruiting and relationship-building efforts. Practice Planning and Coaching Support • Assist in planning and conducting practices, workouts, and team development sessions. • Provide instruction in cheerleading techniques, game day skills, performance execution, leadership development, and team dynamics. • Support athlete skill progression while emphasizing safety, discipline, and personal accountability. • Assist in evaluating team performance and implementing strategies for continuous improvement. • Promote a culture of excellence, teamwork, and servant leadership. Christian Leadership and Spiritual Development • Model Christian character and uphold the mission, values, and faith commitments of King University. • Encourage spiritual growth and discipleship among student-athletes. • Foster an environment that integrates faith into athletic participation and daily team interactions. • Demonstrate integrity, humility, compassion, and servant leadership in all aspects of coaching and student engagement. • Support team devotionals, prayer opportunities, faith discussions, and other initiatives that contribute to the spiritual development of student-athletes. Additional Responsibilities • Represent King University and the Athletics Department in a professional and positive manner. • Comply with all university, conference, and governing body policies and regulations. • Perform all other duties as assigned by the Head Cheerleading Coach and Athletics Administration. Qualifications Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree required. • Previous cheerleading coaching and/or collegiate cheerleading experience. • Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills. • Experience managing budgets, purchases, and administrative processes. • Ability to work early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and travel as required. • Commitment to the Christian mission and values of King University. Preferred Qualifications • Collegiate coaching experience. • Experience with recruiting student-athletes. • Experience in fundraising and program development. • Knowledge of game day operations, fan engagement, and athletic event management. Physical Requirements • Ability to demonstrate and instruct cheerleading skills as necessary. • Ability to stand, walk, lift, and actively participate during practices, games, events, and travel. • Ability to supervise student-athletes in various athletic settings. • Ability to spot tumbling and building skills safely and in compliance with USA Cheerleading standards.

Language: Proficiency in written and spoken English required

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