Job Summary
St. Thomas Aquinas High School is seeking a dedicated Junior Varsity (JV) Cheerleading Coach. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in cheerleading skills, with a focus on gameday cheerleading for JV football and basketball seasons. This role involves building a strong JV program that prepares student-athletes for the varsity level while fostering a positive team culture and school spirit.
Key Responsibilities
- Program Leadership: Lead all aspects of the JV cheerleading program, including tryouts, practices, and performances.
- Skill Development: Develop and implement training to teach and advance fundamental skills in stunting, tumbling, jumps, and choreography.
- Gameday Coaching: Create and coach spirited routines for gameday performances during the JV football and basketball seasons.
- Team Management: Handle team logistics, including scheduling, uniform distribution, and communication with athletes and parents.
- Safety: Ensure all practices and performances adhere to safety guidelines.
Mentorship: Serve as a positive role model and mentor to student-athletes, emphasizing sportsmanship, academic achievement, and character development.
Qualifications
- Experience coaching cheerleading at the high school or competitive level is preferred.
- Knowledge of fundamental cheerleading skills, including stunting and tumbling.
- Strong interest in and knowledge of gameday cheerleading.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- A passion for working with and developing young student-athletes.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume to Jillian Fackenthal at [email protected].
School: St. Thomas Aquinas High School Address: 2801 SW 12th Street, Ft. Lauderdale, FL. 33312
Instagram: @sta_cheer1
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
