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Head Cheer Coach

Tanque Verde Unified School District, Tucson, AZ, United States


Overview

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Coaching • Date Posted: 4/17/2026 • Academic Year: 2026-2027
Tanque Verde High School is looking for a dynamic, leadership-oriented

Head Cheer Coach

to lead our program for the 2026-2027 season. At TVHS, we believe that interscholastic activities are a vital extension of the classroom. We are seeking a coach who can sharpen athletic skills while shaping the character, integrity, and sportsmanship of our student-athletes.
Key Responsibilities

As the Head Coach, you are the primary architect of the team\'s culture and safety. Your role includes:
Mentorship & Character Building:

Model and promote high standards of sportsmanship and ethics. You will be expected to foster "good character" as a core pillar of the cheer program.
Student Safety & Welfare:

Prioritize the physical and emotional well-being of all participants. This includes active supervision in practice areas, locker rooms, and during travel to away games.
Professional Diplomacy:

Maintain a patient and professional demeanor when interacting with student-athletes, parents, colleagues, officials, and the public.
Educational Integration:

Ensure that all coaching interactions reflect the school\'s mission, treating every practice and performance as an opportunity for learning and personal growth.
Required Qualifications

To lead our Hawks, candidates must meet

one

of the following three credentialing paths:
A valid

Arizona Teaching Certificate .
A valid

Arizona Coaching Certificate .
Completion of the

NFHS (National Federation of State High School Associations)

certification pathway.
Within

45 days

of your hire date, you must possess or complete:
Fundamentals of Coaching

(via nfhslearn.org)
Sport-Specific Course

(Cheer/Dance via nfhslearn.org)
First Aid/CPR Certification
Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card
Posting current as of 4/18/2026 11:28:20 PM CST.

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