Job Description:

This is a part-time position scheduled to work varied hours from September through June. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Preparing, organizing and attending all practice sessions, football & basketball games, performances, and appearances. Could also include select games in other sports. Producing choreography for routines and cheers. Monitoring tryout and recruitment activities; executing an exercise and conditioning program; providing coaching services and professional support at all away games/events, including traveling with the squad to and from events. Responsibilities also involve coordinating with supervisor on ordering and inventorying supplies and uniforms. Comply with the American Association of Cheerleader Coaches & Advisors safety guidelines and standards and must maintain AACCA certification.  Provide support and advisement to other spirit activities.  Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, administrators, and alumni; and other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.  Evening and weekend hours are necessary.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree, preferred2-3 years of cheerleading coaching experience at the club and/or high school level or higher; collegiate cheerleading experience preferredMust Have AACCA spirit safety certification before commencing employmentComply with the American Association of Cheerleader Coaches & Advisors safety guidelines & standardsPrior experience as a cheerleader, helpfulAED/CPR & First Aid Certification requiredStrong cheerleading knowledge and backgroundDemonstrated ability to work with and relate well to studentsExcellent sport specific technical, tactical and strategic knowledgeExcellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills necessaryExperience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.Basic proficiency in excel, word, internet & email capabilities.The successful candidate for this position will be required to complete a criminal background and DMV check satisfactory to Brown University prior to commencing employment.

Background Check – Criminal, Education, MVR
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

All division employees are required to demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations; the duties of the position are to be performed in compliance with all NCAA, Ivy League rules and regulations; and any rules violations on behalf of themselves or any knowledge of violations within the division are to be reported to the compliance office and appropriate parties. Employees in coaching positions must receive annual rules education on NCAA legislation related to recruiting by the compliance office and maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification (certification is available at no cost through the Division).

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

Recruiting Start Date:

2025-08-05

Job Posting Title:

Head Coach, Club Cheerleading

Department:

Athletics and Recreation

Grade:

Grade 8

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Seasonal/Intermittent (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Time Type:

Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

10

Position Work Location:

Onsite

 

Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:

All positions require demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and other Brown and community stakeholders with diverse perspectives and demonstrated ability to contribute to an inclusive environment.

Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

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EEO Statement:

Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.

As an EEO employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.