Head Cheer Coach

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Position Summary:

The Athletics Department at Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Head Cheer Coach in Boca Raton, FL.

Florida Atlantic University seeks a dynamic and experienced Head Coach to lead its Cheer Team. This role oversees all aspects of the program, including recruitment, training, game day performance, and national competition preparation. The Head Coach will build a disciplined, high-performing team that reflects the standards of NCAA Division I athletics and competes at a national level.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of the FAU Cheer program

• Recruit, evaluate, and select elite-level student-athletes

• Plan and conduct practices, conditioning, and skill development

• Coach advanced stunting, tumbling, pyramids, and performance execution

• Oversee game day participation at football, basketball, and athletic events

• Prepare and organize choreography for nationals

• Organize & select music producer for nationals

• Collaborate with the Spirit Coordinator to manage program budgets and administrative operations (including but limited to gathering team info for camp & nationals registrations, room assignments, etc)

• Manage team calendar for scheduling, travel logistics, and the team’s day to day operations

• Ensure compliance with university and NCAA guidelines

• Promote academic success, leadership, and team culture

• Represent FAU at appearances and community engagement events

Expectations & Commitment

• Year-round role requiring evenings, weekends, and travel

• Maintain a nationally competitive program presence

• Foster a positive, disciplined, and team-first culture

• Uphold the standards of Florida Atlantic University within the American Athletic Conference

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Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and Collegiate Cheer experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree is preferred.

High-level experience (Level 6–7 or equivalent)

All-Star + collegiate background strongly preferred

Prior coaching experience at high/elite levels

Expertise in stunting, tumbling, and competition preparation

Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills

Salary:

$18 per hour

College or Department:

UA: Cheer/Dance Teams

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday. Weekends and nights as necessary

Application Deadline:

2026-05-07

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Temporary positions are not established positions and are paid from OPS funds. Temporary positions are usually not eligible for benefits and retirement; however, they may be eligible for health insurance coverage depending on the average hours worked per week. They provide full-time or part-time employment in an exempt or non-exempt employment situation based on job duties and salary in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Temporary positions do not have layoff rights and may be terminated without prior notice. Applicants hired into Temporary positions may apply for a regular appointment should a vacancy become available.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at accommodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.