Mason School District - Dance Team Head Coach

Mason City School District - Dance Team Head Coach

Mason City School District – Mason High School – Mason, Ohio

• Job : 5551224
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Feb 23, 2026 7:05 PM (UTC)

Position:
Dance Team Head Coach (Mason High School, Supplemental Contract).

Overview:
The High School Dance Team Head Coach is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the school's dance team program. The coach will develop student-athletes both technically and personally, promote school spirit, ensure academic accountability, and maintain a positive, inclusive team culture. The position requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and a commitment to student development.

• Develop and communicate a clear vision for the dance team aligned with school values
• Plan and conduct structured practices, choreography sessions, and conditioning workouts
• Establish team rules, expectations, and performance standards
• Conduct tryouts and select team members in a fair and transparent manner
• Supervise assistant coach(es)
• Build a culture of accountability, teamwork, and respect
• Prepare team for athletic events, pep rallies, showcases, and competitions
• Register and coordinate participation in competitions (e.g. local, regional and national)
• Travel with the team and supervise students during events
• Ensure compliance with competition rules and school policies
• Coordinate travel, supervision, and student safety during events
• Provide technical dance instruction in multiple dance styles (hip-hop, gameday, pom, jazz, etc.)
• Emphasize strength training, flexibility, conditioning, and injury prevention
• Monitor academic eligibility and reinforce academic expectations
• Develop leadership skills among team captains and members
• Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, and positive representation of the school
• Manage program budget, fundraising, and inventory (uniforms, costumes, equipment)
• Communicate effectively with parents, administration, and Student Activities staff
• Coordinate music licensing, choreography approvals, and uniform/costume planning
• Ensure compliance with school district policies and state athletic association rules
• Complete required paperwork, eligibility reports, and travel documentation
• Promote the dance team program within the school and community
• Lead youth clinics, camps, or recruitment events
• Maintain a positive public image for the team

• Minimum 5 years dance coaching experience preferred
• Competitive dance background strongly preferred
• Knowledge of competition standards and judging criteria
• Experience working with high school-aged students
• Strong choreography and technical instruction ability
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Supplemental Contract