Pro Cheer League Coach

Job Responsibilities

• Coach elite athletes in high-performance cheer: stunts, pyramids, baskets, tumbling, and conditioning.
• Run structured practices focused on strength, skill development, and routine consistency.
• Design, teach, and clean show-stopping routines along with Team Managers.
• Ensure safety protocols are strictly followed, in line with Varsity Spirit’s standards.
• Mentor and motivate athletes with professionalism, discipline, and encouragement.
• Serve as a brand leader at practices, league events, media appearances, and community activations.
• Support game-day execution: warm-ups, formations, timing, and backstage coordination.
• Foster a positive, coachable, and growth-oriented team culture.
• Collaborate with league management, media teams, and sponsors to enhance event execution and athlete visibility.
• Maintain a calm, prepared, and professional presence at all times.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Experience coaching cheer at the high school, collegiate level.
• Strong technical knowledge in stunting, tumbling, choreography, and spotting.
• Ability to lead and communicate effectively with high-performance athletes and staff.
• Comfortable in public-facing roles, including media and sponsor-facing responsibilities.
• Organized, dependable, and efficient under pressure.
• Excellent judgment and awareness in identifying risks and enforcing safety measures.

Education, Certification And Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred; advanced certification or college degree preferred.
• Certification in safety and cheer coaching (e.g., USA Cheer, Varsity Spirit) strongly preferred.
• Experience in mentorship, athletic development, or team management.

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive hourly pay
• Varsity Spirit designed Pro Cheer League Uniform
• Travel to and from Pro Cheer League Events

Other Duties

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be travel-ready and committed to full-season participation.

Physical Requirements

• Pro Cheer League Coaches must be prepared to travel regularly, especially on weekends and for multi-day trips.
• Must maintain the physical stamina required to demonstrate technique and support athlete conditioning.
• Coaches should be comfortable operating in high-energy, high-pressure environments including games, media events, and live performances.