About Us:

Located in Georgetown, Texas, Southwestern University is an independent, four-year undergraduate institution offers a top-ranked integrated arts and sciences curriculum that incorporates the humanities, fine arts, social sciences, and natural sciences.

At Southwestern University, we are committed to fostering an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered. We believe that a thriving community is built on the strength of varying perspectives and experiences, and we strive to create an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding. Our actions are guided by a commitment to fairness, openness, and the belief that our differences are what make us stronger as a whole.

Position Overview:

Southwestern University has an immediate opening for a Spirit Squad Coach – Cheer. This position will report to the Senior Associate Director for Campus Recreation. The Spirit Squad Coach – Cheer is responsible for providing leadership, instruction, and administrative oversight for the SU Cheer Team. The coach will foster a spirited, inclusive, and positive team environment that promotes school pride through cheer performance, sideline engagement, and campus representation. The position serves as a mentor and advisor to student leaders, ensuring the team operates safely and effectively, in alignment with Southwestern University’s mission and values. This is a part-time, non-exempt position.

Essential Duties:

• Organize and supervise weekly practices for the SU Cheer Team, focusing on cheer technique, stunting, tumbling, crowd engagement, physical conditioning, and performance readiness while maintaining the highest safety standards.
• Serve as the primary advisor to the SU Cheer Team student leaders, assisting with practice planning, uniform and equipment management, budget preparation, and overall team administration.
• Ensure required First Aid/CPR coverage is present at all scheduled performances, practices, and travel events, and implement appropriate emergency procedures in the event of injuries.
• Coordinate and lead team involvement in game-day performances, primarily during football and basketball season, as well as other university or community events throughout the fall and spring semesters.
• Recruit and retain team members by promoting the SU Cheer Team through outreach events, tryouts, and ongoing engagement strategies that support an inclusive and welcoming environment.

Additional Duties:

• Foster a positive, inclusive, and team-oriented culture that emphasizes leadership development, accountability, and school spirit.
• Collaborate with Athletics, Student Activities, and campus partners to organize logistics for performances, appearances, and travel.
• Assist in marketing and promoting the Cheer team’s presence at university events and within the local community.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions and compliance-related activities as required by the University or the Division of Student Life.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Previous experience coaching or leading high school or collegiate cheer teams.
• Certification in American Red Cross Adult CPR/AED/First Aid or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire; training provided by the University.
• Certification in USA Cheer Safety and Risk Management credentials or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of cheerleading safety standards, including stunting and tumbling techniques.
• Commitments to fostering diversity and inclusion within the campus community.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to mentor and motivate student-athletes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Significant personal experience as a participant in collegiate-level cheer, or competition cheer, particularly when paired with leadership experience working with young adults.
• Experience in choreographing and leading cheer routines for game-day, performance, and competition settings.

Starting annual salary: $20.00 per hour. The final offer for the successful candidate will be commensurate with experience and may exceed the starting hourly rate.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and the name and contact information of three (3) professional references through Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/177293. Email and paper applications will not be accepted.

All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

In compliance with immigration laws, proof of work authorization in the United States will be required when employment begins. Southwestern University is an E-Verify employer.

Southwestern University is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at hr@southwestern.edu.

Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report— Southwestern University Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at https://www.southwestern.edu/life-at-southwestern/safety-security/annual-security-reports/ containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information for the past three calendar years. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 512-863-1435.