Cheer Head Coach/Program Head
About The Position
The Head Cheer Coach serves as the Head Coach of the Varsity Program. This role will have a working relationship with the coaching staff, the Athletics Director, and the Associate Athletics Director. At our award-winning Early Childhood through grade 12 Principia School in St. Louis, Missouri, and top-ranked Principia College in Elsah, Illinois, Principia faculty and staff make up a close-knit community of educators, coaches, and professionals taking a distinct approach to education—blending academic excellence with Christian Science-based character education. Principia’s team of over 500 employees supports not only Principia School and Principia College, but also a worldwide network of alumni and friends. Principia employees are part of an engaging academic community preparing students to be tomorrow’s leaders, thinkers, and changemakers. We strive to create a collaborative and inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong and are valued.
Requirements
- Student of Christian Science preferred
- Bachelor’s degree
- 5 years of coaching experience
- Work toward professional development through attending clinics and/or convention; participate on committees; pursue an advanced degree
- Supportive of Principia’s guiding statements
Responsibilities
- Leads and mentors assistant coaches across the sport program
- Promotes and upholds Principia’s Mission and Values, integrating character education and spiritual growth into all team activities
- Plans, prepares, and coaches practices and games
- Designs and implements varsity practice plans during the in-season period
- Provides coaching and support to all athletes in the program, both during and outside of the formal season
- Supports and cheers at various fall and/or winter sporting events - football, basketball
- Develops and grows the program to increase participation and competitiveness
- Interviews, evaluates, and assists in hiring potential assistant coaches
- Collaborates with the Athletic Department to coordinate team travel for away games and events
- Contributes to the planning and scheduling of games, practices, and team events in coordination with the Athletic Director and Associate Athletic Director
- Attends Head Coaches' Meetings and Coaches' Professional Development Workshops
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
