TCA Pom Assistant

TCA was founded on the purpose of educating and developing the whole person for the glory of God, we integrate faith with learning because we believe God created us in His image to be lovers and learners of Him, of our neighbors and of all creation. Our students are challenged academically through rigorous curriculum in 21^st century classrooms. We are dedicated to preparing our students to pursue higher education at the country's most prestigious and challenging colleges and universities. Through a combination of called and caring teachers, low student turnover and active family involvement, the TCA experience is one of community. Families, faculty and students develop long-standing relationships built on a pursuit of excellence in every area and a shared commitment to Jesus Christ.

Trinity Christian Academy is looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic and knowledgeable employee to join our education community who meets the following criteria:

• Has a desire to work in a private, independent, conservative, evangelical Christian college preparatory school
• Understands, supports and carries out the mission, philosophy and core values of TCA and be committed to instilling these Biblical truths in the lives of our students
• Is a born-again Christian with spiritual maturity in academic and leadership abilities that will enable them to teach God’s truth and be active in their local Christian church whose beliefs are in alignment with TCA’s Mission Statement and growing in their personal walk with Christ
• Exhibits the highest Christian virtue and personal decorum, serving as a Christian role model (1 Timothy 4:12) both in and out of school (Luke 6:40)
• Has a passion for their areas of specialty, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with students and parents
• Welcomes the opportunity to disciple and mentor students, helping develop godly character in their lives

We are looking for a dedicated and passionate coach and Christ follower to be the TCA Pom Assistant. TCA’s Athletic Department utilizes sports and competition to teach transformational, life-giving biblical truths to each student-athlete. As a coach at TCA you will not only help student athletes improve their athletic ability, you will remind them of the importance of academics, instill a Christian work ethic (Col. 3:23) and help strengthen their faith in Christ. This position will begin as soon as April 2024.

Qualifications

• A strong commitment to the positive development of the dance team program at TCA
• Ability to instill teamwork and community within a group of girls pointing them to Christ
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working with high school girls in dance team
•  Knowledge of the sport of dance team (pom, hip hop, jazz, contemporary, kick, etc.)
• Ability to build a good rapport with students and parents
• Fully in line with TCA's Christian values and Biblical Statements and Policies

General Responsibilities

• Attend dance team practices during football season, contest season, and spring show season
• Assist Head Coach in planning and organizing practices
• Assist Head Coach in planning warm-up, conditioning drills for practice
• Assist Head Coach in choreographing and teaching routines
• Assist Head Coach in choosing and approving music for routines
• Attend pep rallies that TCA Pom performs at
• Attend all Varsity football games (home and away)
• Assist with fittings and ordering for all dance team wear and uniforms
• Assist Director with dance team tryouts and parent meetings
• Attend Summer Dance team camp(s)
• Assist manage miscellaneous items (logistics, travel ad sales etc.)
• Assist in organization and presentation of parent meetings
• Coordinate with Head Coach to communicate with parents on a weekly basis (scheduling, updates etc.)

Physical, Mental and Environmental Requirements

• Regularly works inside but some outdoor time is required
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and pull items
• Ability to demonstrate dance moves and drills
• Early mornings and late nights required

Job Details

If you have applied for a position at TCA within the last 12 months, please contact Dina Brown and ask to have that application submitted for the new position that you are interested in. We encourage you to send a cover letter for the new position, as well as updated references and employment history, if applicable. Depending on the new position that you are applying for, we may have additional application questions that you will need to answer. If so, Dina will contact you.

If you have applied for a position at TCA within the last 12 months, please contact Dina Brown and ask to have that application submitted for the new position that you are interested in. We encourage you to send a cover letter for the new position, as well as updated references and employment history, if applicable. Depending on the new position that you are applying for, we may have additional application questions that you will need to answer. If so, Dina will contact you.