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JV Cheer Coach (Assistant Varsity Coach) Bedford County Public Schools

LIBERTY HIGH

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Bedford County Public Schools Job Details Job ID:

2939258

Application Deadline:

Oct 19, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted:

May 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Job Description Description:

JV Cheer Head Coach (Varsity Assistant Coach) The Assistant Coach acts under the direction of the Head Coach. He/She is also responsible for oversight of the football program and administering the sport in a manner that is consistent with the policies and procedures of the Bedford County Public School Division and Liberty High School Athletic Department. The ideal candidate will have an appropriate combination of education, training, and experience working with students. The successful candidate will have the knowledge, skills and judgment needed to build and maintain positive and productive relationships with athletes, parents, faculty, staff, administrators, coaches and community members.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Assist with the day-to-day operations of the program. Assist in or organize and coordinate all team functions, including practices, competitive schedules, travel, and fundraising. Supervise student athletes when traveling. Successfully recruit and retain LHS/LMS student athletes. Manage and document student athletes' academic and athletic progress. Provide advising support functions, including following up on academic at-risk reports. Develop conditioning and practice programs to ensure student athletes are appropriately prepared and adhere to all safety protocols and directives from training staff and other medical providers. Create and maintain a safe, inclusive, productive and effective team environment on and off the playing field. Cultivate a positive team oriented culture with an expectation of accountability. Motivate student athletes to peak performance on the field and in the classroom. Assist the Head Coach in coordinating community outreach efforts. Oversee some facility events and management or those events. Assist the Head Coach in facility management and upkeep. Commitment to student-centered athletics. Maintain a positive relationship with the student athlete and his/her family and be accessible for instruction regarding athletic, academic and personal issues. Establish and maintain positive working relationships with all stakeholders, to include but not limited to, Athletic Director, Campus Administration, Faculty/Staff, Parents, Community members and supporting Athletic Booster Club(s) and members. Provide service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible and professional engagement. Minimum duties are listed. Other functions may be required as given or assigned by the Head Coach or Athletic Director.

Reports to:

Athletic Director and to the Head Coach.

Qualifications:

Required:

Coaching experience at the college or high school level is preferred.

Additional Requirements:

Upon hiring, a criminal background check will be conducted. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and stand continuously. The employee will frequently be required to reach with hands and arms; stop, kneel, crouch and crawl. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp tools/objects. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to work successfully in a multicultural environment. Adaptability to Change

• able to be flexible and supportive, able to positively and proactively assimilate change in a rapid growth environment. Communication
• effectively communicate in a professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful manner using preferred method and level as applicable to the job. Critical Thinking & Judgement
• able to make well-reasoned, sensible, and timely decisions based on careful, objective review and informed analysis of available information, considerations, and other factors. Customer Service
• ability to respond promptly and courteously to all questions from athletes, faculty, parents and community. Ethics
• able to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, civility, and a high degree of ethics in all job-related actions. Organization & Time Management
• able to plan, schedule, and organize tasks related to the job to achieve goals within or ahead of established time frames. Problem Solving
• proven skills in identifying issues, determining their cause, developing creative solutions, and following through with implementing resolutions. Relationship Management
• able to personally provide a high level of interactive service to others, building relationships and addressing identified needs. Results Orientation
• proven ability to set and exceed established targets. Team Orientation & Interpersonal
• highly motivated team player with ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with all levels within and external to the organization. Independent work
• able to work independently with limited supervision and able to self motivate.

Application Process:

All applicants must complete a coaching application on the Bedford County Public Schools website.

https:

//bedford.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Position Type:

Part-Time Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Melanie Simmons 310 S Bridge St Bedford, Virginia 245232706

Phone:

(540) 586-1045 x10247

Email:

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