DSST: Cole High School: Cheer Director

DSST Public Schools; United States; Sur place; USD 46 000 - 55 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

DSST Public Schools seeks a Seasonal DSST Sports Coach for Cole High School. The role focuses on developing athletic skills and reinforcing school values among students in a high school setting.

This in-person, seasonal position emphasizes leadership, teamwork, and community engagement, with opportunities to train and supervise transportation as needed. The ideal candidate demonstrates a commitment to DSST's mission, strong character, and the ability to work across differences in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Demonstrated belief in DSST's mission.
• Strong character and belief in DSST core values.
• Ability to collaborate across lines of difference.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
• Thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Knowledge of the game and passion for sportsmanship.

Responsabilités

• Demonstrate relentless drive to improve the athletic skills, minds and lives of students.
• Live and model the school's core values with colleagues, students, parents, officials, fans, and the larger community.
• Reinforce the school's core values, guiding philosophy, rules, and school spirit.
• Exhibit mastery and enthusiasm for sportsmanship.
• Be trained and approved to drive our activity buses.
• Desire to change the public school system so all kids have college opportunities.
• Lead others to achieve great outcomes.
• Set high goals for self, team, and players.
• Maintain organized systems in professional settings.
• Grow as a lifelong learner to support players' development.

Connaissances

Belief in DSST mission

Strong character

Work across differences

Manage multiple priorities

Thrives in fast-paced environment

Knowledge of the game

Formation

Coaching experience

Description du poste

Position

Position: DSST Sports Coach

Grade Level

Grade Level: High School

Location

Location: Cole High School

Stipend

Stipend: See link below for stipend amounts for current openings

Status

Status: Seasonal fixed term, temporary, benefits in-eligible (does not qualify for benefits outlined in total rewards), in-person position

Start

Start: See information below for start dates for specific coaching positions

Available Coaching Positions

Cheer Director Season Dates: 11/2026-01/2027 Stipend Amount: $4,554

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated belief in all students and the mission of DSST.
• Strong character and belief in the core values of DSST.
• An ability to work and collaborate across lines of difference.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities at one time.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Knowledge of the game and passion for sportsmanship.

Ideal Qualifications

Coaching Experience

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Demonstrate relentless drive to improve the athletic skills, minds and lives of students
• To live and model the school's core values with colleagues, students, parents, officials, fans, and the larger community
• To reinforce the school's core values, guiding philosophy, rules, and school spirit
• Exhibit mastery and enthusiasm for sportsmanship.
• All coaches must be willing and able to be trained and approved to drive our activity buses.
• Mission-driven: You have a desire to change the way the public school system serves students, so that all kids - regardless of race, ethnicity, or income - have the opportunity to go to college.
• Track record of leadership: You know that being a great coach means being a dynamic leader, and your life and professional experiences demonstrate your ability to lead others to achieve great outcomes.
• Goal-oriented: You set high goals for yourself, team, and players. You take the steps necessary to achieve those goals.
• Organized: You have a systems mindset that helps you keep yourself organized in a professional setting.
• Growth mindset: You are a lifelong learner; you know that you continually improve to be the best leader possible for your players, and you desire next steps to help you get there.

Application Note

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Application Timeline

This is an evergreen position, meaning DSST Public Schools recruits for this role on an ongoing basis to support current and anticipated hiring needs across our network. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and qualified candidates may be contacted for interviews as opportunities become available. For positions with a defined hiring timeline, the anticipated application deadline will be listed at the top of the job posting.

Who We Are

At DSST Public Schools, we are proud to achieve transformational results for our 7,500+ students - 97% of whom attend a Green (top-rated) school. Just as important is how we achieve them: values-centered, human-focused, and together. We invite educators and leaders who share our belief that there is more in us - more brilliance, more courage, more possibility - to join us.

Our Impact

100% of DSST graduates have been admitted to college or a postsecondary program 15 of 16 schools rated Green on the 2024-25 SPF 9 out of 10 DSST families would recommend DSST to a friend 95%+ of staff say their managers check in regularly and care about them as people

Why Work at DSST?

At DSST, our Quantum 5 Culture defines how we help every team member grow, belong, and thrive. Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits: Competitive pay and a Total Rewards package that includes fertility and adoption support, educator-focused mental-health care, and everyday perks like Safeway grocery discounts. Growth & Opportunity: Weekly 1:1 coaching, data-driven feedback, and clear career pathways such as Apprentice Teacher and Emerging Leader. Rewards & Recognition: Core Value and TOAST Awards, milestone celebrations, and the signature Flower Person Award honoring staff who help our community flourish. Whole Human Wellness: Access to the Therapist of Color Collaborative, Wellness Wednesdays, comprehensive health coverage, and six weeks of paid parental leave. Thriving in Colorado: Time to recharge with 11+ weeks off each year, relocation support for out of state applicants, and local discounts that help you enjoy life in our beautiful sunshine filled state. Learn more about our Quantum 5 Culture and Compensation & Benefits.

Employment Classification & PERA Participation

DSST Public Schools participates in the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA). Unless otherwise stated in the position title or posting, all roles are full-time and are designated as PERA-covered positions. Candidates should review their individual circumstances and ensure they are able to accept employment in a PERA-covered role prior to applying.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

DSST Public Schools is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not exclude participation in, deny benefits to, or discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age (40 and older), disability, or genetic information. We also prohibit retaliation for filing a complaint, reasonably opposing discrimination, or participating in any investigation or proceeding. DSST is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here represent those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing these duties, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear and may spend extended periods standing, walking, bending, or kneeling. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 30 pounds and have sufficient hand and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment.

DSST Public Schools is a network of middle and high schools located in Denver, Colorado. We foster school communities where our students and staff become the best versions of themselves. At the core of our approach are strong and meaningful relationships, fostered in small schools, that ensure every student and staff member is known and valued for their unique contributions. Through this whole child approach, we operate many of the top middle and high schools in the city of Denver. But the true success has been that all our graduating seniors have been accepted into college since the first graduating class in 2004.