Head Coach, Cheer

Head Coach, Cheer


Benedictine University is an inclusive academic community, inspired by the Catholic intellectual tradition and Benedictine values. We seek employees who will contribute to the advancement of our mission by helping students shape lives of meaning and purpose as engaged citizens who care for the Earth, welcome people of diverse faiths and cultures, and promote the common good.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Job Title: Head Coach, Cheer

Department: Department of Student Activities

Reports to: Director of Student Activites & Recreational Sports/Camps

Status: Part-time, Non-Benefits Eligible, Seasonal

Position Summary: This position is responsible for management of Benedictine University Cheerleading program.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Develop a cheerleading program to include choreography, cheer, stunts and gymnastics.

2. Plan and coordinate all try-outs for the team: including recruitment, advertising, physical clearances and scheduling of space.

3. Schedule and attend try-outs and practices for the team. Ensure that space is secured on campus through Athletics.

4. Maintain a calendar of practices and events including but not limited to the team's presence and support of all Football, Men's and Women's home basketball games and applicable tournaments.

5. Prepare the team for on-campus and university related engagements including but not limited to Homecoming, Pep Rallies, and requested events.

Other Functions:
1. Maintain and update rosters and emergency contact information of all team members.
2. Maintain appearance and demeanor that communicates confidence, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Required Qualifications:



Education: Bachelor’s degree, preferred

Experience: Prior coaching experiences and experience in Athletics or related field is preferred. Is employable under Benedictine University employment policies.

Specific Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with students, staff and administration. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. College Cheerleading and Cheerleading Competition experience preferred. Setting in Benedictine University campus, Lisle, IL.

Specific Knowledge, Licenses, Certifications: Organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and budget management skills and demonstrated supervisory skills.
Valid driver’s license; CPR/First Aid/ AED certification

Physical Requirements: Ability to handle varying levels of stress while maintaining professional demeanor. Possible lifting, bending, walking, kneeling, stretching, and stooping. Frequent districtwide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours; outdoor exposure to sun/heat or cold weather. Ability to speak clearly so listeners can understand. Understand the speech of another person. See details of objects that are less than a few feet away or are more than a few feet away. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. General Customer service and office environment.

Working Conditions: Office environment. Nights and weekends required.

Benedictine University does not discriminate in its admissions or educational policies, programs or activities; scholarship and loan programs; athletic and other University administered programs or employment practices on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The laws applicable to Benedictine University include constitutional and statutory protections of the University's rights as a religiously sponsored institution. This policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all employment and personnel practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promotion, training and compensation.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. Per Gov. Pritzker’s Executive Order proof of vaccination or weekly COVID-19 testing is required.

Benedictine University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.