Head Cheer & STUNT Coach

Concordia University, Chicago•River Forest, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Concordia University Chicago (CUC) invites applications for the full-time, exempt position of Head Cheer & STUNT Coach. This position reports directly to the Director of Athletics and is located in River Forest, IL. The Head Cheer & STUNT Coach is responsible for coaching the STUNT program and leading the sideline and competition cheer teams. This position will oversee direct coaching, recruiting qualified student athletes, fundraising, leading camps, developing schedules, budget management, building community support for the program, monitoring academic progress of student athletes, and maintaining knowledge of applicable NCAA, AACCA, USA Cheer, and STUNT rules. Candidates must support and be committed to the mission and identity of Concordia University Chicago, a university of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod (LCMS)

Requirements

Knowledge of NCAA Division III, STUNT, USA Cheer, and NCA as well as an understanding of the NCAA Division III student athlete philosophy
A demonstrated commitment to personal growth, embracing Christian values in a collegiate setting, exercising mature judgment, and being a skilled student development educator
Strong interpersonal and conflict management skills
Expertise in the recruitment and retention of student athletes in cheer, STUNT, and university settings
A demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to diverse student populations
A commitment to providing superior care to students, including a strong work ethic and flexibility to respond to student needs outside of traditional office hours
Strong administrative skills, including related computer and technology skills
Superior verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Enthusiastic supporter of Lutheran higher education and Concordia University Chicago
Prior collegiate level Cheer or STUNT and/or coaching experience is required
Prior experience in recruitment is required
Bachelor's degree required

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in coaching tumbling is preferred

Responsibilities

Oversees all aspects of the STUNT and sideline cheer teams, including coaching and recruiting student athletes
Schedules, plans, and executes practices to develop skills and techniques in student athletes in preparation for competitions and STUNT games
Ensures a sideline cheer team is present and participating at all home football and basketball games, in addition to other athletics and University events
Assists in fundraising activities to enhance spirit programs
Assists administration with alumni relations and support events
Evaluates and recruits qualified student athletes that fit within the athletic program and university
Develops student-athletes to be contributing members to the campus community and the community at large
Monitors class schedules, grades, and academic progress of program student athletes
Models good sportsmanship and enforces respectful, sportsmanlike behavior among student athletes