Head Cheer Coach - SMART High School

Position Title: Cheer Head Coach

Location : Rocky Mountain Prep SMART - High School

Compensation: $3,800 to $5,248 depending on years of experience

The total compensation will be paid in equal monthly installments during the duration of the coaching role. This is a temporary, part-time position and is not benefits-eligible.

We are Rocky Mountain Prep, a movement comprised of incredible educators, families, scholars, and advocates who are changing the face of public education in Colorado by democratizing college access and preparation for historically marginalized students and families. On paper, we are a network of twelve college preparatory charter schools in the Denver metro area serving students as young as twelve weeks through twelfth grade.

Season : 

• First practice - November 1, 2026
• Last Practice - March 1, 2027

SUMMARY of ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follows the rules and regulations of the school and the league of participation.
• Attend mandatory preseason rules meetings.
• Attend post-season coaches' meetings.
• Meet with the Athletic Director regularly throughout the season to discuss progress.
• Time-sensitive communication with the Athletic Director.
• Utilize provided development opportunities provided by the Athletic Director and the Network Athletic Director.
• Attend pre- and post-season meetings with DPA Athletics
• Organize, schedule, and supervise practice sessions (min. 2x/week)
• Communicate any practice changes to the Athletic Director.
• Manage the staff of assistant coaches and any managers. 
• Supervise and be responsible for the equipment in your sport, including handing out and collecting uniforms.
• Responsible for communicating and disseminating information to players, families, and the broader school community as needed, related to practice schedules, tryout information, and any other relevant program information.
• Maintains appropriate supervision of his/her program at all times (locker rooms, practices, events, bus rides, etc.). Supervises any and all space used by athletes while they are present, including post-game and post-practice.
• Ensures that the team will reflect the proper attitude and conduct at all times.
• Represents the school in a professional manner in demeanor, language, and conduct.
• Any ad hoc duties assigned by the Athletic Director.

RMP Requirements

• Experience preferred, demonstrable understanding of the sport, seeking to coach.
• Teamwork and teambuilding skills
• Communication skills, unwavering commitment to growing personally and professionally as an anti-racist and anti-oppressive organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Speaks Spanish 
• Demonstrated success working with students from historically marginalized communities

Demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Rocky Mountain Prep does not sponsor visas at this time.

RMP is an equal opportunity employer. We seek applicants of diverse backgrounds and hire without regard to color, gender, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We appreciate your interest in Rocky Mountain Prep and look forward to getting to know you!