TCA was founded on the purpose of educating and developing the whole person for the glory of God, we integrate faith with learning because we believe God created us in His image to be lovers and learners of Him, of our neighbors and of all creation. Our students are challenged academically through rigorous curriculum in 21st century classrooms. We are dedicated to preparing our students to pursue higher education at the country's most prestigious and challenging colleges and universities. Through a combination of called and caring teachers, low student turnover and active family involvement, the TCA experience is one of community. Families, faculty and students develop long-standing relationships built on a pursuit of excellence in every area and a shared commitment to Jesus Christ. Trinity Christian Academy is looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic and knowledgeable employee to join our community who meets the following criteria:
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Has a desire to work in a private, Christian, independent, conservative, evangelical college preparatory school
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Must be a spiritually mature and sensitive individual who is active in their local Christian church whose beliefs are in alignment with TCA’s Mission Statement and understands, supports and carries out the mission, philosophy, passion and core values of Trinity Christian Academy and is committed to seeing these Biblical truths become a reality in the lives of our students
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Exhibits the highest Christian virtue and personal decorum, serving as a Christian role model (1 Timothy 4:12) both in and out of school (Luke 6:40) and as an example to parents and fellow employees in judgment, dignity, respect, and Christian living
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Has a passion for their areas of specialty, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with parents, alumni and our TCA community
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Welcomes the opportunity to disciple and mentor students, helping develop godly character in their lives
We are looking for a dedicated coach and Christ follower to be our Junior Varsity Cheerleading Assistant Coach. This is a part-time, seasonal, stipend position. The JV Cheer assistant coach must have the ability to jump, stunt, dance, and cheer. TCA’s Athletic Department utilizes sports and competition to teach transformational, life-giving biblical truths to each student-athlete. As a coach at TCA you will not only help student athletes improve their athletic ability, you will remind them of the importance of academics, instill a Christian work ethic (Col. 3:23) and help strengthen their faith in Christ.
General Responsibilities
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Attend JV cheer practices during football and basketball season (3-4 per week)
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Assist JV Cheer Head Coach in planning and organizing practices
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Assist JV Cheer Head Coach in choreographing and teaching pep rally routines (2-3 routines
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Assist JV Cheer Head Coach in choosing and approving music for pep rally routines
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Attend pep rallies that JV performs at (2-3)
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Attend all JV Football games (home and close away)
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Alternate attending all JV basketball games (home and close away)
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Assist JV Cheer Head Coach to teach jumps, stunts, cheer techniques and dance routines
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Assist with fittings and ordering for all cheer uniforms for 8th, JV and Varsity
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Assist Varsity Cheer Head Coach and JV Cheer Head Coach with cheer tryouts, presentations, and parent meetings for 8th, JV and Varsity
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Attend Summer Cheer camp when scheduled (first week of summer)
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Attend Work Week in August to prepare for upcoming season
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Assist with managing miscellaneous items (logistics, travel, ordering, etc.)
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Coordinate with JV Cheer Head Coach to communicate with parents on a weekly basis (website, scheduling, updates, etc.)
Required Education, Experience and Qualifications
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A strong commitment to the positive development of the cheer program at TCA
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Ability to instill teamwork and community within a group of girls pointing them to Christ
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Experience working with high school girls in cheerleading
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Knowledge of the sport of cheerleading (jumps, cheers, stunts, tumbling, etc.)
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Ability to build a good rapport with students and parents
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Agree with and support TCA’s Doctrinal, Biblical and Mission statements and Christian values
Physical, Mental and Environmental Requirements
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Regularly works inside but some outdoor time required for games and practices
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Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and pull items
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Ability to demonstrate jumping, stunting, dancing and cheering
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Ability to move items weighing up to 20 lbs. (cheer mats)
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Ability to assist with stunting and lifting cheerleaders
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Early mornings and late nights required
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Frequent sitting, standing, walking, which may be required for long periods of time, and may involve climbing stairs and walking up inclines and on uneven terrain
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Maintaining composure in dealing with colleagues, parents and students
Job Details
Position: Junior Varsity Cheer Assistant Coach
Reports To: Junior Varsity Cheer Head Coach
Start Date: Immediately
Hours: Seasonal
Salary: Stipend
The intent of this posting is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.
If you have applied for a position at TCA within the last 12 months, please contact Dina Brown and ask to have that application submitted for the new position that you are interested in. We encourage you to send a cover letter for the new position, as well as updated references and employment history, if applicable. Depending on the new position that you are applying for, we may have additional application questions that you will need to answer. If so, Dina will contact you.
