Head Coach - Cheer

Peoria Unified School District; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 2,000 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

Peoria Unified School District is seeking a Head Coach for Oakwood Elementary in Peoria, AZ. This stipend position involves leading a school sports program and coordinating with district staff to ensure safe, competitive experiences for students.

The role requires active coaching qualifications, CPR/First Aid, and adherence to AIA rules. Travel and after-hours activity may be required in addition to regular practices and competitions.

Qualifications

• Must hold or obtain Arizona Teaching or Coaching certificate or sport-specific coaching certificate.
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching certificate or equivalent (AIA Rule 17.1).
• Concussion in Sports certificate (AIA Rule 17.1).
• CPR and First Aid certification current.

Responsibilities

• Lead head coaching duties for designated sport.
• Coordinate with district and AIA meetings.
• Communicate with students, parents, and staff.

Skills

Coaching knowledge

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

Arizona Teaching Certificate

Arizona Coaching Certificate

Sport-specific coaching cert

Tools

MaxPreps

HUDL

Job description

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Extra Duties Stipends/ Coach
• Date Posted: 10/16/2026
• Location: Oakwood Elementary - Peoria, AZ

Position: Head Coach

Salary: Stipend

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Qualifications

• Certificate verifying completion of the NFHS online "Fundamentals of Coaching" course, or approved equivalent (AIA Rule 17.1).
• Certificate verifying completion of the NFHS online "Concussion in Sports – What You Need to Know" course (AIA Rule 17.1).
• An Arizona Teaching Certificate OR an Arizona Coaching Certificate OR a certificate verifying completion sport specific course (AIA Rule 17.1.2)
• Current Certification in CPR and First Aid
• Knowledge of essential skills, techniques, rules and safety concerns for the sport to be coached
• Skill in communicating with all stakeholders
• Knowledge necessary to adhere to rules set out by AIA ( www.aiaonline.org ) and Peoria Unified School District #11
• Attend mandatory school district and AIA meetings

Other Requirements

• Must possess or obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Must be able to pass a background clearance check.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an Arizona driver's license as driving students to and from competitions may be required.
• May be required to work outside normal working hours
• May be required to travel to perform work functions
• Must utilize online platforms required for specific sports like MaxPreps, HUDL, and others.
• Must establish a sense of comradery among our players through teambuilding, fundraising, service projects, etc.
• Must possess or obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Must be able to pass a background clearance check.