Head Coach - Cheerleading

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Position Summary:

Under the direction of the immediate supervisor, the Head Coach - Cheerleading will oversee the development and implementation of all aspects of the Cheerleading program, including student-athlete recruitment, athlete development, and competitive preparation. This part-time role involves collaborating with assistant coaches (technical specialists) to deliver high-quality coaching, mentor student-athletes, and foster a culture of passion, teamwork, and excellence within the program.

Expected workload is approximately 22 hours per week during the competitive season (Aug-Nov), and 2-4 hours per week in the off-season (Dec-July).

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assess and support players in their athletic performance and skill development.
• Schedule and lead practices and drills to prepare athletes for competitive performance.
• Oversee and manage all aspects of the Cheerleading program, including competitions, practices, compliance, budgets, travel, academics, student conduct, and athlete development.
• Scout and recruit potential team members.
• Act as a mentor and guide by supervising athletes during practices and matches, providing one-on-one instruction and motivation.
• Supervise 4-6 technical specialists - assistant coaches, including approving weekly work hours submitted in Workday.
• Required to stay up to date on all courses – i.e. CCES & Safe Sport – as per U SPORT & university guidelines
• In the off-season, ensure emails are monitored, and responses are dealt with promptly.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities

• Minimum of NCCP Level 2 Cheerleading coaching certification.

• Previous Cheerleading coaching experience at an equal or higher level

• Able to commit to flexible schedule which will include non-standard hours (evenings, weekends)

• First Aid and CPR qualifications is considered an asset.

• Bilingual in both English and French

Select candidate must successfully pass their criminal background check in order to be considered for this role

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.

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Minimum Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree 5 Years Related Experience /

Annual Salary:

(MPEX Grade 05) $71,890.00 - $89,860.00 - $107,830.00

Job Profile:

MPEX-SAF2E - Sports Coaching - Professional 2 - Head Coach

Hours per Week:

22 (Part time) Friday

Supervisor:

Assistant Manager Varsity Student-Athlete Services

Position End Date (If applicable):

2027-04-30

Deadline to Apply:

2026-04-02

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].