Head Cheerleading Coach

Reports To: Principal/Chief Academic Officer

Cristo Rey Dallas College Prep is a Catholic, college preparatory school for students from households of low to moderate income. Cristo Rey Dallas nurtures and challenges young women and men of all faiths to recognize and realize their full potential as they grow to love God, respect others, and serve their community. Each student participates in the Corporate Work Study Program which offers a weekly work study experience for all four years.

Cristo Rey Dallas seeks a mission-driven professional who will serve as the Head Cheerleading Coach. This experienced professional will be responsible for providing exemplary leadership for students who will advance the mission of the school, mentor and help develop student-athletes as Cheer Leaders, and be a positive participant in the school culture, and develop positive relationships with school colleagues and administration.

Qualified Candidates must have availability Monday – Friday after 3:45 pm and occasional weekends. Candidates will be driven and inspired by the mission to serve and lead while being open to growth and wanting to be a part of our community. An ideal candidate should have an appreciation of the school’s mission and a commitment to the values of Catholic education and be comfortable modeling an active and inspiring faith life for all in the community.

Qualified candidates will be able to perform the following duties at an exemplary level:

• Oversee and coordinate all aspects of the entire Cheer program including sub-varsity teams.
• Train, coach and promote members of the team.
• Serve as a positive role model for students, coaching staff, and the community.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, staff, and school administration.
• Organize and schedule practice sessions and develop competition/performance strategies.
• Schedule game appearances with approval of the Principal/Chief Academic Officer the athletic office.
• Supervise, organize, inspire and provide development to coaching staff at all levels.
• Adhere to expectations listed out in the Cristo Rey Dallas Athletics Coaches Code of Conduct and CRD Staff Handbook .
• Assume responsibility for inventory, selection and care of equipment.
• Assume responsibility for care of the shared space, equipment and maintenance (if applicable)

• Abide by the rules and regulations established by Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools (TAPPS).
• Communicate with school families regularly through official school communications.
• Communicate with the Principal/Chief Academic Officer and Fine Arts Coordinator any updates and changes.
• Create your Pre-season and practice schedule.
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
• Demonstrate high levels of positive motivational skills.
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal/Chief Academic Officer for the efficient operation of the department.

• Have a minimum of 2-3 years Head Coaching experience at the high school level or above level.
• Experience in Cheer at the high school level or above preferred.
• Complete annual NFHS Concussions in Sports Course
• Possess a superior knowledge of Cheer including, but not limited to, knowledge of training and conditioning techniques and prescribe corrective activities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, leadership and interpersonal skills
• A Valid Driver’s License as the qualified candidate will be required to drive the team’s shuttle to games.

Qualified candidates should email resume to careers.