Head JV Cheer Coach

The Classical Academy; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 6,700 - 7,800; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement plan

Stipend-based position (no benefits)

Job summary

The Classical Academy in Texas seeks a JV Cheer coach to support middle school to varsity teams. The role is stipend-based and reports to the Activities Director, with duties tied to developing the cheer program and supporting athletic philosophy.

Responsibilities include assisting with practice planning, attending coaches' meetings, and implementing safety and sport fundamentals. The position may require evenings and weekend events according to the activity schedule.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required; undergraduate degree preferred.
• Experience as a coach at the secondary level is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a middle school, freshman, junior varsity, or varsity assistant coach and is classified as an assistant to the Activities Director
• Assumes the responsibilities for the development of the specific team within the total program, under the direction of the Activities Director
• Attends all coaches' meetings called by the Activities Director
• Carries out assignments given by the Activities Director

Skills

Communication skills

Character & professionalism

Team collaboration

Verbal & written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Undergraduate degree preferred

Job description

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted: 10/2/2026
• Location: High School
• Date Available: 10/26/2026
• Closing Date: 10/16/2026

The Classical Academy is looking for a qualified candidate to serve in the role as JV Cheer coach. Applicant should be knowledgeable in the fundamentals of cheerleading. It is desirable if the applicant if familiar with the TCA athletic philosophy.

Updated November 16, 2021 FLSA Status: Exempt

Stipend: $637.45 (stipend amount is based on the season being half-over)

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Assistant to the Activities Director in developing all aspects of a specific sport program. ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP: Reports to the Activities Director

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by incumbents in various locations. The Classical Academy reserves the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of this job at any time.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Serves as a middle school, freshman, junior varsity, or varsity assistant coach and is classified as an assistant to the Activities Director
• Assumes the responsibilities for the development of the specific team within the total program, under the direction of the Activities Director
• Attends all coaches' meetings called by the Activities Director
• Carries out assignments given by the Activities Director

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED equivalent required

Undergraduate degree preferred

EXPERIENCE: Experience as a coach at the secondary level is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to represent the school community with high character when interacting with a variety of public groups, i.e. leagues, organizations, schools, and media
• Ability to communicate with all activities staff, as well as parents, students, other staff members, and visitors to the school
• Demonstrated knowledge of the sport(s) assigned
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

SCOPE OF INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:

• Schools
• Activities Director
• Activities Office Staff
• Secondary Students
• Parents
• Sports Officials

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is generally performed in the practice area and/or event area
• Work hours may vary depending on the needs of the activities office and practice needs, and may include days, evenings, and weekends

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all inclusive.

• Typical demands require the employee to:
  • Spend majority of work time standing and walking while performing job duties
  • Frequently lift burdens weighing up to 30 lbs. and occasionally push/pull burdens weighing up to 100 lbs.
  • Frequently use eye, hand, and finger coordination to enable the use of athletic equipment, other equipment, and writing utensils

COGNITIVE FUNCTIONS:

The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all inclusive:

The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, reason, and use interpersonal skills

Benefits: PERA defined benefit contribution retirement plan included. This position is stipend-basedand therefore does not include benefits.

Conditions of Employment: Per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the selected applicant shall be required to verify, within 72 hours of employment, her/his legal right to be employed in the United States.

The Classical Academy does not discriminate based on age, race, religion, national origin, disability, gender, or any other protected status in its educational programs and activities (including employment and application for employment).