CHEER Director; High School

Lawrence Unified School District (KS) – Lawrence Free State High – Lawrence, Kansas

Job : 5473017

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Dec 16, 2025 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

CHEER DIRECTOR (High School)

USD 497

Details

FTE: 1.0

Fiscal Year: 2025-26

Classified staff or Rule 10 only applicants that accept this supplemental position will be paid at an hourly rate, due to wage and hour laws. The stipend is only for certified staff members.

• Sport specific participation
• Coaching experience (preferred)
• Must be CPR/AED (cardio-pulmonary resuscitation/automated external defibrillator) certified or be willing to obtain and maintain certification

• Head Coach – sport specific
• School Athletic Director/Athletic Coordinator
• School Principal

To help each participating student achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship, and an increased level of self-esteem.

• Maintain records of evaluation procedures used in selecting squad members.
• Enforce all rules of the Kansas State High School Activities Association.
• Maintain an accurate squad roster at all times.
• Verify that no candidate is issued equipment or allowed to practice until he/she has completed a KSHSAA pre-participation physical exam, notarized insurance & medical release, and tryout/participation agreement forms.
• Supervise practice sessions and maintain security of the locker room.
• Serve as an advisor to the students on his/her squad.
• Report injuries of participants to proper school officials. Follow injury policy as explained in coach’s handbook.
• Support and confirm to established decisions and policy decisions of a general nature that are in keeping with the established policies and procedures of the school.
• Organize a system for uniform and equipment checkout and insure that all students are accountable at the conclusion of each season.
• Submit practice schedules to administration and office staff.

• Support the head coach and total athletic program of the Lawrence school system.
• Attend all staff meetings called by the head coach.
• Assist with scouting of teams.
• Assume any duty assigned by the head coach. Some duties may include: conducting a practice drill, handling equipment, determining eligibility, working with student managers, scouting, public relations, statistics, etc.
• Assume all responsibilities assigned to the head coach in that coach’s absence.

• Ability to speak clearly and audibly to various groups expressing ideas in a logical and forthright manner
• Ability to quickly analyze a situation and provide prompt advice
• Ability to respond to information requests in a courteous, timely and helpful manner
• Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others
• Ability to travel as needed

If the applicant hired is a current USD 497 certified staff member, this position will have a stipend of $3,495 for the season.

If the applicant hired is not a current USD 497 certified staff member, they will be paid $8.19 per hour for the hours worked.

Twelve-month supplemental contract - salary and work year to be established by the Board.

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation.

The tasks listed in this position description are subject to change at the discretion of the superintendent. The incumbent is expected to take on other duties as requested or assigned by his/her supervisor.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $3,495 to $3,495 Stipend

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