Cheer Coaches Requirements

Cheer Coaches Requirements

Ready to make a lasting impact on the lives of youth

in our community?

The Rutherford County Crimson Tide (RCCT) is seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to join our team of coaches for our youth football and cheerleading programs. Whether you have coaching experience or not, we welcome you to help guide, mentor and inspire the next generation of athletes.

At RCCT, we believe in fostering teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship, while also encouraging personal growth and building lifelong friendships. Our certified coaches are here to support you with training and resources, so you’ll never be alone on this journey. You’ll also have the opportunity to learn alongside our experienced coaching staff, ensuring you feel confident and supported every step of the way.

By volunteering as a coach, you’ll play a crucial role in shaping young athletes both on and off the field. You'll be helping children ages 5-12 learn valuable skills, all while promoting a safe, positive, and structured environment. No matter your background, your time, effort, and dedication will make a lasting difference in the lives of these kids.

Join us in making a meaningful impact today! Your involvement as a coach will help shape the future of youth sports and provide an enriching experience for both you and the children you mentor. Together, we can continue the tradition of excellence at RCCT.

Volunteer Today – Be the Coach Who Inspires Tomorrow’s Leaders!

Online Application and Background Check

As part of the application process for this role, there will be a background check, volunteer application, cheer certification, concussions training, CPR/AED training certification. The background/application process, cheer certification and concussion certification usually takes about 30-50 minutes total to complete. You will click on the background check/application. Once you click on the link, you will need to complete the application. After you complete the Cheer and Concussion training and receive the certification, please text the Cheer Director.

(If you have CPR/AED certification within the past year, it must be turned in by 6/20/25. Please send a copy to iheartrcctcheer@gmail.com

If you DO NOT have a certification, RCCT Cheer will host a Mandatory Coaches Clinic. Date and time: TBD)

During the application, we’ll ask you questions about your approach to work and various work-related situations. The questions are based on characteristics that are related to performing successfully RCCT volunteer roles, including:

Mentor and Role Model, Supportive Instructor, Team Collaborator

The safety of our kids is our number one priority. If you have any questions about how your information will be used, please send an email to iheartrcctcheer@gmail.com