Summary

Community Education | Casual Position | Community Education | Available: 06/24/2024 | Closing: Open until filled

Description

Engage, connect, make a difference!

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Lakeville Cheerleading strives to create a positive, safe and fun environment for student athletes to grow mentally and physically.  Elementary teams will work on a traditional routine that incorporates age & level appropriate skills. Our prep teams will perform at 2-3 competitions as an exhibition team and/or may possibly compete depending on squad readiness and/or the event size.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

  • Lead and attend all Practices and required events while arriving at least 20-30 minutes early to to help with mat set up/check ins/prep class (make sure space is practice ready)
  • Prep practice outlines for each class and season as a whole to ensure routine and skills are performance ready before major events
  • Work with Program leads for practice and routine expectations/choreography 
  • Keep up with necessary coaching/stunt certifications 
  • Communicate with Parents as needed (in coordination with Community Ed coordinator and Program Lead) example: setting & posting itineraries  for competitions/events
  • Provide videos and routine material for athletes to practice at home with (mostly routine choreography)
  • Set expectations for Varsity assistants for each practice (help spot here, run this rotation, etc.)

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: 

  • Cheerleading experience in either High School Cheer or College is a must
  • Experience competitive cheer is preferred 
  • Must have a solid understanding of proper motion placements, general body positions, use of props (signs/poms/megs), and voices
  • Experience in basic tumbling and stunting is a must
  • Strong communication skills required
  • Good time management a must
  • Coaches must also be available to respond to questions in a timely manner
  • Must be high energy, enjoy working with elementary school students.

See attached job description for a full list of position duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.  

SCHEDULE: 

  • Days/Dates: Mondays, late July through December 
  • Hours: 5-6 pm (practice will run for one hour)

SALARY:

  • Stipend for Competition Season 
    • $1 – $1,387

WHAT YOU WILL LIKE ABOUT US: 

Student focused, community connected.

Lakeville Area Schools (Independent School District No. 194) is an award-winning school system and the twelfth largest school district in Minnesota serving approximately 12,000 students in Lakeville, parts of Burnsville and Elko New Market, and portions of Eureka, Credit River and New Market Townships. There are nine elementary schools, three middle schools and two high schools, an Area Learning Center, an online K-12 school, Early Childhood programming, and lifelong learning opportunities through Community Education. 

Our vision is to inspire a passion for learning in every student with our mission to strive to ensure success for every student personally, socially, academically and civically. We are committed to establishing a school community that values diversity, equity, and inclusivity for all students, staff and families where every person feels welcomed, valued, and respected. 

As an employee of Lakeville Area Schools, you will have access to high-quality and affordable health insurance plans, along with a range of additional benefits designed to support the well-being of you and your family!

Your benefits may include: 

  • Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
  • 12 paid holidays each year.
  • Employees are eligible for benefits on day one of employment.
    • All employees working a 0.75 FTE or 30 hours per week or more are offered full-time benefits including low-cost medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, and legal insurance plans.
    • Teachers are offered health & dental benefits at a 0.5 FTE or more.
    • All staff working 20 to 29.99 hours per week are offered part-time voluntary benefits including low-cost vision and legal insurance.
    • Health benefits include:
      • Added networks that give employees access to many medical services at ZERO COST.
      • Free virtual healthcare services that offer access to doctors and licensed therapists 24/7.
      • Free diabetes care and heart health prevention programs.
      • Provider choice with the largest PPO network available.
      • Wellness rewards program.
  • Dental plans include orthodontic care for adults and children 
  • 403(b) retirement investment account offerings to help you save for the future with employer matching offered under many collective bargaining agreements. 
  • Pension plan that provides income when you retire (For more information, visit PERA for non-instructional positions and TRA for instructional/licensed positions).
  • Staff over 30 hours per week offered employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death. (offered to teachers at .5 FTE or more)
  • Staff over 30 hours per week offered Long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury. (offered to teachers at .5 FTE or more)
  • Tax-free flex spending accounts for health, dental, orthodontic, vision, and dependent care.
  • Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

  • Everyday life can be stressful and can affect your health, well-being, and performance.  Under our EAP employees and their families can receive no-cost, confidential information help for a wide variety of needs and concerns: anxiety, childcare, eldercare family conflict, parenting concerns, alcohol or drug addictions, stress management, and more. 
  • Virtual Fitness Services: easily accessible, effective and affordable way to reach your fitness goals anytime, anywhere for better health and well-being.

Support to help you reach your career goals:

  • Training, classes, and professional development.
  • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov.

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, funding availability, and collective bargaining agreement with Lakeville Area Schools. Employment information can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document located on our website.

FULL BENEFIT GUIDEBOOK

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENTS:
There are several collective bargaining agreements at Lakeville Area Schools. Check them out! 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities and supports workforce diversity

Internal and External applicants apply online https://phl.applitrack.com/isd194/onlineapp/