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Cheerleading Lesson Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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Coaching responsibilities include practice preparations/lesson plan, teaching students safe and ... Once a cheerleader, always a cheerleader ! If you are missing cheer and want to take advantage of ...

Cheer Coach

Denver, CO · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Comfortable creating lesson plans/objectives for the day/fun activities * Reliable mode of ... Cheerleading: 2 years (Required) Ability to Commute: * Denver, CO 80220 (Preferred) * Work Location:

Cheer Coach

Denver, CO · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Comfortable creating lesson plans/objectives for the day/fun activities * Reliable mode of ... Cheerleading: 2 years (Required) Ability to Commute: * Denver, CO 80220 (Preferred) Work Location:

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How much do cheerleading lesson jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for cheerleading lesson in the United States is $17.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cheerleading instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cheerleading Instructor, you need a strong background in cheerleading techniques, physical fitness, and often a coaching certification such as those from the AACCA or NFHS. Familiarity with safety protocols, music editing software, and basic first aid are typically required. Leadership, motivational skills, and effective communication help instructors connect with and inspire their students. These skills ensure safe, engaging, and technically sound cheerleading instruction that fosters team spirit and student development.

What are some common challenges new cheerleading instructors face when starting out, and how can they overcome them?

New cheerleading instructors often face challenges such as managing diverse skill levels within a group, maintaining student engagement, and ensuring a safe environment during stunts and routines. To overcome these challenges, it's helpful to develop clear lesson plans, set realistic goals for different skill levels, and foster open communication with students. Additionally, staying current on safety protocols and continuously seeking feedback from both students and peers can help instructors create a positive and effective learning experience.

What is a cheerleading lesson?

Cheerleading lessons are structured classes designed to teach participants the skills and techniques used in cheerleading, such as stunts, tumbling, jumps, dance routines, and chants. These lessons are typically led by experienced coaches and can be tailored for beginners or advanced students. They help improve physical fitness, coordination, teamwork, and confidence, and are suitable for individuals interested in joining school teams, competitive squads, or recreational cheerleading. Sessions often focus on safety, proper form, and building routines for performances or competitions.

What is the difference between Cheerleading Lesson vs Cheerleading Coach?

AspectCheerleading LessonCheerleading Coach
CredentialsBasic cheerleading certifications, CPR/First AidAdvanced certifications, coaching licenses, experience
Work EnvironmentClasses, workshops, one-on-one sessionsTeam practices, competitions, games
Employer & Industry UsageSports academies, community centers, schoolsSchools, sports teams, cheerleading organizations

Cheerleading lessons focus on teaching individuals or small groups cheerleading skills, often in a class or workshop setting. Cheerleading coaches oversee team training, develop routines, and lead teams during competitions and games. While both roles require cheerleading knowledge and certifications, lessons are more instructional for beginners or individuals, whereas coaching involves team management and strategic planning.

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Infographic showing various Cheerleading Lesson job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 34% Full Time, 63% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 49% Physical, and 51% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,142 per year, or $17.4 per hour.

Cheerleading Teaching Opportunities

Concorde Education

Riverside, CA

$50/hr

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Re-posted 3 days ago


Job description

Program: Cheerleading Instructor Opportunities

Location: On-site at partner schools; varies by assignment

Teaching Mode: In Person

Grade Levels: Elementary, Middle, and High School; varies by assignment

Schedule: Typically 1–4 instructional service hours per week after school

Program Length: Commonly approximately 10 weeks per assignment

Start Dates: Opportunities become available throughout the school year

Compensation: Typical compensation of $50+ per completed instructional service hour, depending on assignment scope, experience, location, schedule, and agreed compensation

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Concorde Education is seeking independent instructional contractors to provide cheerleading enrichment services for K–12 students.

This is a potential independent contractor assignment, not an employee position. Contractors may choose whether to apply for, accept, decline, or ignore available opportunities.

Assignments vary by school, grade level, schedule, available facilities, school policies, student experience levels, curriculum expectations, and program objectives.

Concorde may provide curriculum guidance, lesson-plan suggestions, instructional resources, activity ideas, or program objectives. Contractors may use their professional judgment to adapt instruction within the assignment scope and applicable site requirements.

ASSIGNMENT SCOPE

Depending on the accepted assignment, contractors may:

• Plan and facilitate engaging, age-appropriate cheerleading enrichment sessions;

• Introduce students to cheerleading fundamentals, teamwork, movement, coordination, leadership, and school spirit through structured instructional activities;

• Adapt instruction based on student age, experience level, physical abilities, available facilities, school policies, and assignment objectives;

• Teach cheers, chants, motions, beginning jumps, introductory dance elements, and other age-appropriate cheerleading skills consistent with assignment expectations;

• Prepare students for informal demonstrations, showcases, or school performances where applicable and approved by the site;

• Maintain a safe, respectful, inclusive, and age-appropriate learning environment;

• Exercise professional judgment to modify, discontinue, or substitute activities whenever safety, facility limitations, student readiness, weather conditions, equipment availability, or school policies make an activity inappropriate;

• Communicate assignment-related needs or significant concerns with Concorde and school staff, as appropriate;

• Complete a brief session completion form after each scheduled session; and

• Follow applicable site safety, visitor, emergency, student-protection, supervision, and facility procedures.

EXAMPLE PROGRAM TOPICS

Assignments may include topics such as:

• Cheerleading fundamentals and proper technique;

• Cheers, chants, and sideline performance skills;

• Motions, formations, and performance timing;

• Introductory jumps, movement skills, and body control;

• Beginning dance choreography and routine development;

• Teamwork, leadership, communication, and confidence building; and

• Performance preparation, positive sportsmanship, and school spirit.

Specific activities, curriculum, and performance expectations vary by assignment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred qualifications include:

• At least 60 college credits, where required by the applicable assignment or site;

• Experience in cheerleading, dance, gymnastics, coaching, athletics, or related movement instruction;

• Experience teaching, tutoring, coaching, mentoring, or leading activities with school-age students;

• Strong communication, organization, classroom facilitation, and behavior-management skills;

• Availability to provide services for the accepted assignment schedule and communicate schedule issues as soon as reasonably practicable; and

• Ability to safely instruct age-appropriate physical activities while exercising sound professional judgment.

Preferred backgrounds may include current or former cheer coaches, dance instructors, gymnastics instructors, educators, collegiate cheerleaders, athletes, youth sports coaches, recreation leaders, camp staff, and others with relevant instructional experience.

MATERIALS AND RESOURCES

Assignments may utilize school facilities, gymnasiums, multipurpose rooms, music equipment, curriculum resources, lesson plans, performance materials, and other site-provided instructional resources where available.

Contractors may use their own instructional methods and materials when appropriate, safe, age-appropriate, lawful, and consistent with the assignment scope and site requirements.

Contractors are solely responsible for ensuring that any instructional activities they choose to implement are appropriate for the students, consistent with their own training and experience, and compliant with applicable school policies and assignment requirements.

Purchases requiring reimbursement must be approved in writing by Concorde before they are incurred.

COMPENSATION

Compensation varies by assignment and agreed contractor terms. Many opportunities pay $50+ per completed instructional service hour with students.

Contractors may propose their desired compensation rate when applying. When proposing a rate, contractors should consider the overall assignment scope, including anticipated preparation, planning, commute, materials, schedule, and other business considerations.

Concorde may accept the proposed rate, decline the application, or provide a counteroffer based on the budget for the specific assignment.

Unless otherwise approved in writing, compensation is based on completed instructional service hours with students.

Payment for completed services is generally made by direct deposit on the fifteenth day of the month following the month in which services were completed, unless otherwise stated in the accepted assignment terms or required by applicable law.

APPLICATION AND ONBOARDING

Applicants selected to move forward may be invited to create a contractor profile and complete any required onboarding steps.

Applying, interviewing, receiving an invitation to create a profile, creating a profile, or completing onboarding does not guarantee selection, placement, or future assignment opportunities.

Potential assignments are subject to assignment fit, agreed compensation, completion of required onboarding, applicable background-check review, Fair Chance or pre-adverse action procedures where required, site-specific clearance requirements, and final written confirmation from Concorde Education.

Some assignments may require background-check authorization, fingerprinting, agency clearance, site-specific documentation, identification badges, or other compliance steps before services may begin.

Applicants should not provide criminal-history information unless and until requested through the appropriate legally compliant process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Concorde Education considers contractor applicants without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law and is committed to respectful, inclusive, and student-centered programming.