Cheer - Graduate Assistant

About the position

Midland University, a private, faith-based, liberal arts university in Fremont, Nebraska, is accepting applications for a Graduate Assistant for the Cheer Program. This position will be offered within our graduate assistant structure, requiring admission to the University's Master of Education, Master of Science Learning and Talent Development, Master of Science in Sports Administration and Leadership, or Master of Business Administration programs. The candidate will be responsible for contributing to various aspects of the program, including recruiting, coaching, assisting in developing cheer athletes, video and equipment duties, and other tasks assigned by the head coach.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach with the administration and leadership of the cheer program
• Assist coaching game day and performance cheer squads
• Recruit and retain students for the cheer program
• Assist coaching and instruction activities during training and practice
• Directing strength and conditioning activities (during the season and off-season)
• Coordinating performance, game, and practice schedules
• Ensuring team compliance with all league, conference and institutional rules and regulations
• Continuously ensuring personal behavior and program reputation are in alignment with Midland University values and brand

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Ability to be accepted into a Master's Degree program at Midland University for the 2020 Fall Semester
• Organizational Skills
• Effective interpersonal, relationship building and communication skills
• Basic computer skills and working understanding of Microsoft Word and Excel

Nice-to-haves

• High school or collegiate level cheer participant

Benefits

• Tuition remission in the master's program. Level of remission is dependent on degree pursued
• Free campus meal plan (15 meals per week)
• A monthly stipend