Assistant Coach - Cheer - HS

Douglas County School District; Highlands Ranch (CO); On-site; < USD 10,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plans

Paid sick time

Job summary

Douglas County School District is seeking an Assistant Coach for Poms at ThunderRidge High School to support a competitive cheer program. The role focuses on athlete development, program organization, and promoting student-athlete academics alongside sportsmanship.

The candidate will work with administrators, teachers, coaches, sponsors, students, and the community to uphold CHSAA, DCSD, and ThunderRidge standards while fostering a positive team culture.

Qualifications

• Previous cheerleading experience required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to be at practices 3:30-5:30pm during the week and at games/basketball games plus weekend competitions.
• Spotting tumbling preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist and help Coach at practices, camps, and clinics.
• Support athlete development in leadership, teamwork, sportsmanship, and accountability.
• Attend practices, football games, some basketball games, competitions, camps, and other team events.
• Foster an inclusive, respectful, and positive team culture.

Skills

cheerleading

coaching

communication

organization

leadership

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

Assistant Coach - Poms - HSSkip to main content#Assistant Coach - Poms - HS page is loaded## Assistant Coach - Poms - HSApplylocations: ThunderRidge High Schooltime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: October 22, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: Req-00081981## Please complete this application using your full legal name as it appears on your government issued forms of identification when you have time to go from start to finish. Application details cannot be saved along the way, and you must complete and submit the application in one sitting. If you leave your computer and return later, you may time out.*REMINDER: Current DCSD employees must apply through their district log-on, this application is for external candidates only!*## **Job Posting Title:**Assistant Coach - Poms - HS## Job Description:An athletic coach with Douglas County School District will be charged with the organization and implementation of a successful program. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to develop a competitive program that is committed to the creation of student athletes who demonstrate a commitment to academics, strong fundamental skills, and sportsmanship. The successful candidate will be expected to collaborate with administrators, teachers, coaches, sponsors, students, parents, and members of the community to ensure that the school stands out with pride for our community. All applicants and district transfers need to apply online.## Position Specific Information (if Applicable):Position SummaryThe Assistant Cheer Coach supports the Head Cheer Coach in developing and maintaining a competitive, positive, and student-centered cheer program. This position is responsible for assisting with athlete development, program organization, communication, administrative tasks, fundraising, and promoting the ThunderRidge Cheer program while upholding the values and regulations of CHSAA, Douglas County School District, and ThunderRidge High School.Essential Duties and Responsibilities* Assist and help Coach at practices, camps, and clinics.* Support athlete development in leadership, teamwork, sportsmanship, and accountability.* Attend practices, football games, some basketball games, competitions, camps, and other team events.* Foster an inclusive, respectful, and positive team culture.* Serve as a positive role model for student-athletes on and off TR campusSupport* Communication & Program promotion* Fundraising & Community Engagement* Leadership & Professional ExpectationsQualifications* Previous cheerleading experience required* Previous coaching experience preferred, but not required* Strong organizational and communication skills.* Strong listening skills.* Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.* Ability to be at practices 3:30-5:30pm during the week, ability to be at football and basketball games, weekend competitions (these competitions start at the end of October and run through the beginning of February. There are about 8 competitions.)* Ability to spot tumbling preferred but not required## Responsibilities:--- Previous coaching experience preferred.## Certifications:## Education:High School or Equivalent (Required)## Skills:## Position Type:Seasonal## Primary Location:ThunderRidge High School## One Year Only (Yes or No):No## Scheduled Hours Per Week:0## FTE:0.00## Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:0 Work Days* *(260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)*## **Minimum Hire Rate:**$0.01 USD Stipend## **Maximum Hire Rate:**$5,000.00 USD Stipend## Full Salary Range:$0.01 USD - $10,000.00 USD Stipend* *All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.*## Benefits:This position is eligible for voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plans.## Time Off Plans:This position is eligible for paid sick time.## This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:October 22, 2026