Dearborn Advanced Technology Academy
(ATA)
Varsity High School Cheerleading Head Coach
Position Overview
Dearborn Advanced Technology Academy (ATA) is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, and
student-centered Varsity High School Cheerleading Head Coach to lead and develop our
cheerleading program. The Head Coach will oversee all aspects of the Varsity and Junior
Varsity Cheerleading Programs, supervise assistant coaches, and foster a culture of academic
excellence, leadership, sportsmanship, school spirit, teamwork, discipline, and personal growth.
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing a competitive and spirited
cheerleading program that supports ATA Athletics while providing student-athletes with
opportunities to excel both academically and athletically.
Qualifications
● Previous cheerleading coaching experience at the high school level or higher preferred.
● Knowledge of Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) rules and regulations
regarding competitive cheer and sideline cheer.
● Experience teaching cheerleading fundamentals, stunting, tumbling, jumps,
choreography, safety procedures, and leadership development.
● Experience working with students in an educational setting.
● Current coaching certifications required by MHSAA and ATA, or ability to obtain prior to
employment.
● CPR, First Aid, and concussion training certification preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
● Strong understanding of competitive and sideline cheerleading techniques, safety
standards, conditioning methods, and athlete development.
● Knowledge of stunt progression, choreography development, and competition
preparation.
● Excellent organizational, leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
● Ability to motivate student-athletes while fostering a positive, disciplined, and inclusive
team culture.
● Ability to work collaboratively with administrators, teachers, parents, athletic staff, and
community stakeholders.
● Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and general computer applications.
● Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
● Commitment to ATA's mission of academic and athletic excellence.
Responsibilities
The Varsity High School Cheerleading Head Coach will:
● Plan, organize, and direct all aspects of the Varsity and Junior Varsity Cheerleading
Programs.
● Develop and implement practice plans, conditioning programs, skill development
sessions, choreography, and competition preparation.
● Supervise, mentor, and evaluate assistant coaches while ensuring consistency
throughout the cheerleading program.
● Promote school spirit and provide leadership during athletic events, pep rallies,
assemblies, and community activities.
● Prepare teams for sideline cheer responsibilities and competitive cheer competitions
when applicable.
● Ensure all practices, stunts, routines, and conditioning activities are conducted safely
and in accordance with MHSAA guidelines.
● Promote sportsmanship, leadership, teamwork, accountability, and academic success
among student-athletes.
● Ensure all student-athletes maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA and meet ATA eligibility
requirements.
● Coordinate and oversee mandatory study tables for student-athletes after school and/or
following practices.
● Implement and monitor mandatory nutritional plans to support student-athlete health,
wellness, and performance.
● Communicate regularly with the Athletic Director, School Operations Manager, Principal,
and parents regarding team operations and student-athlete development.
● Maintain accurate attendance, academic, eligibility, and performance records.
● Coordinate team scheduling, transportation requests, uniforms, equipment inventory,
and program needs.
● Organize and oversee clinics, camps, fundraising activities, and off-season development
opportunities.
● Represent ATA Athletics professionally at all school, athletic, and community events.
● Attend athletic department meetings, school functions, and professional development
opportunities.
● Ensure compliance with all ATA, conference, district, and MHSAA rules and regulations.
Work Schedule & Availability
● Monday through Friday, approximately 3:30 PM – 8:00 PM during the cheer season.
● Must be available after school dismissal for practices, games, competitions, study tables,
and team activities.
● Occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays required for athletic events, competitions,
camps, fundraising activities, and community appearances.
● Off-season responsibilities include program development, athlete conditioning,
recruitment, fundraising, choreography planning, and summer camp coordination.
Preferred Characteristics
● Strong commitment to student-athlete academic achievement.
● Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, staff, and community
members.
● Passion for developing young leaders and positive role models.
● Experience building and sustaining successful cheerleading programs.
● Strong knowledge of cheer safety standards and athlete wellness.
● Commitment to fostering confidence, teamwork, school pride, and personal growth
among student-athletes.
Benefits
● Opportunity to lead and grow a dynamic high school cheerleading program.
● Professional development opportunities.
● Positive and supportive educational environment.
● Opportunity to make a lasting impact on student-athletes academically, athletically, and
personally.
● Coaching stipend based on experience and ATA salary guidelines.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit:
● Letter of Interest
● Resume
Applications should be submitted to Post and/or:
Athletic Director: Leonte Degraffenreid
Dearborn Advanced Technology Academy (ATA)
Dearborn, Michigan
[email protected]
ATA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages qualified candidates who are passionate
about developing student-athletes and promoting excellence in education, leadership, and
athletics to apply.
Pay: $24.10 - $29.02 per hour
Work Location: In person
