Assistant Cheer, Coach

Grand Canyon University • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of the Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, GCU is a regionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University. Grand Canyon University’s Athletic Department is passionate about helping student-athletes achieve their highest level of excellence. The Athletic Department uses intercollegiate sports as a platform for developing our student-athletes on integrity and personal growth. Are you passionate about helping student-athletes achieve their highest level of excellence? Then this Assistant Cheer Coach at GCU is the role for you!

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years work experience as a coach for cheerleading or dance team.
• CPR, First Aid and Coaches’ Safety Training certifications required; AED preferred.
• Must work evenings, holidays and weekends and travel overnight as needed.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must have a Valid driver’s license and driving record that meets University requirements.
• Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree
• Collegiate level coaching experience

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Director of Game Entertainment and Head Coach to ensure all aspects of athletic programs comply with University standards and conference and national affiliation rules and regulations.
• Identifies risk and establishes criteria and plans for correction.
• Work in collaboration with the Spirit Programs Manager and Head Coach with recordkeeping and student-athlete certifications as required by NCAA and University guidelines.
• Ensure that athletes adhere to safety and compliance regulations.
• Explain and demonstrate the principles, techniques and methods of regulating movement of the human body, kinesiology, biomechanics, etc. to achieve proficiency in the assigned activity or sport.
• Assist with supervision of cheerleading team; discipline and counsel, supervise practices and training; travel with teams to all scheduled camps, games, tournaments, and competitions; assist with athlete recruitment, order required uniforms and market the Spirit Programs.
• Assist in choreographing routines for the GCU Cheerleaders to enhance fan involvement at athletic events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan
• Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays
• Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events
• Free covered parking
• We also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program
• Free on-site gyms on campus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level