Job Description:

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 2025/2026 Athletic Season
 
LOCATION: Turtle Mountain Community High School

EVALUATION: As required by BSD #7 policy

Position Overview:
The Head Cheer Coach will lead the Turtle Mountain Community High School cheerleading program, fostering school spirit, promoting teamwork, and mentoring students through positive leadership. The coach is responsible for planning and supervising all cheerleading activities, practices, performances, and competition participation, while ensuring adherence to school policies and athletic regulations.

Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent • Previous cheerleading coaching experience preferred

Certification/Licenses/Endorsements:
• Must complete NFHS (National Federation of State High School Associations) Coaching Certification or equivalent • Current First Aid/CPR Certification • Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior experience working with Native American youth • Demonstrated leadership in school-based athletics

Job Expectations:
• Plan, organize, and supervise cheer practices, games, performances, and competitions • Promote student-athlete development through mentoring and character-building • Ensure student safety and adhere to school athletic policies • Manage team logistics including transportation, uniforms, and equipment • Communicate consistently with athletes, parents, administration, and staff

Personal Attributes:
• Demonstrates high integrity, accountability, and professionalism • Serves as a positive role model for students • Dependable and able to maintain a flexible schedule

Communication Skills:
• Able to motivate and lead high school students effectively • Demonstrates respectful, clear, and professional communication with all stakeholders

Computer Skills:
• Basic proficiency with email and documentation tools • Able to manage digital communications and scheduling

RANGE OF SALARY: Based on BSD #7 Extra-Curricular Salary Schedule

How to Apply: Visit the Belcourt School District #7 website to apply: • Website: belcourt.k12.nd.us > CAREERS > Vacancies
 
Required Documentation Applicants must upload the following documentation: • Documentation for Native American Preference (if applicable) • Documentation for Veteran’s Preference (if applicable) • Updated transcripts (if applicable) • Current driver’s license • Three letters of reference • Coaching certificates/licenses • Resume

Applicant Responsibilities:
• Ensure timely submission of all required materials • Complete a favorable background check per district policy • Incomplete applications may not be considered for employment • Incomplete applications will impact the applicant’s BSD #7 rating sheet score • Unqualified applicants will not be considered for employment

Contact Information:
For questions or additional information, please contact: Levi Gourneau, TMCS Assistant Superintendent
Email: levi.gourneau@k12.nd.us
Phone: 701-477-6471 Ext. 3240