POSITION: DSST: Cedar MS Head Cheer Coach

GRADE LEVEL: Middle

LOCATION: DSST: Cedar Middle School

STIPEND: $2,000 total for the season 

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

START: September 1st, 2026

End: May 1st, 2026

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

• Experience working with diverse age groups and skill levels.

• Knowledge of sports nutrition and injury prevention.

THE ROLE

• 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

• Foster a positive and inclusive team environment that encourages teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.

• Design and implement comprehensive training programs tailored to the needs and goals of individual athletes and the team.

• Conduct regular training sessions, focusing on technique, strength, endurance, and skill development.

• Organize and oversee team practices, competitions, and events, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and safety protocols.

• All coaches must be willing and able to be trained and approved to drive our activity buses.

THE PERSON

• 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. Ability to inspire and motivate athletes.

• 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.

• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey strategies and feedback effectively as well as able to communicate with players, families and school staff.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

DSST Public Schools is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not exclude participation in, deny benefits to or discriminate 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, Genetic information (including employer requests for, or purchase, use, or disclosure of genetic tests, genetic services, or family medical history), retaliation for filing a charge, reasonably opposing discrimination, or participating in a discrimination lawsuit, investigation, or proceeding in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. The employee must lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds. The employee must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.