Varsity Cheerleading Head Coach – 2026/2027

Opportunity:

Propel Schools is seeking a Varsity Cheerleading Head Coach for the 26-27 season starting this winter:

• Propel Montour High School
• Propel Braddock Hills High School
• Propel Andrew Street High School

Successful candidates will have:

• Prior cheerleading experience
• Preferred candidates will have experience as a head coach or assistant coach, as well as the demonstrated ability to build a successful program starting at the varsity level
• Responsibility for supporting the Varsity program with the athletic director and other coaching staff
• Experience implementing off-season programs in accordance with WPIAL/PIAA regulations.
• Willingness and ability to attend all required PIAA preseason coaching meetings and mandatory coaching certification/trainings in compliance with PIAA regulations.
• Understanding of PIAA Competitive Spirit regulations
• Experience in supporting athletic teams during contests
• Understanding of music copyright laws
• Understanding of how to build school morale and school spirit
• High level of personal organization and planning
• Strong communication and relationship building skills
• Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development
• A commitment to the Propel Habits

Season Information:

• The 2026-2027 Varsity Cheerleading Season is scheduled to begin in November and is anticipated to conclude in February, although the season may end earlier/later depending on if the team participates in postseason.
• This position includes a seasonal stipend of $2,000. Please note that the stipend will be prorated for coaches who begin after the official start of the season.

Requirements:

• Up-to-date TB Test
• Act 34 Criminal Clearance
• Act 114 FBI Clearance
• Act 151 Child Abuse Clearance
• Mandated Reporter Training

Experience

Preferred

• Proven experience as a coach on the youth and/or interscholastic levels

Education

Preferred

• Associates or better

Behaviors

Preferred

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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