Assistant Cheer Coach
Central College

Job Info

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Category:: Athletics
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Locations:: Pella, IA
Posted:: May 7, 2024
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Exempt
Position ID:: 175495

About Central College:

Central College of Pella, Iowa, is a private, four-year college known for its academic rigor, engaged citizenship and character formation, experiential learning, STEM (science, technology, engineering and math), athletics and service. The Central experience is rooted in exploration and self-discovery and enhanced by life in an academic community of 1,100 students. Founded in 1853, the college participates in NCAA Division III athletics and is a member of the American Rivers Conference. Central is an active part of the Greater Des Moines region and just minutes from Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake.

Job Description:

The person in this position will assist the head coach in developing and coordinating a cheer program that is highly competitive in Division III while following the standards and guidelines established by Central College, the American Rivers Conference (ARC) and NCAA Division III. Approximately 10-14 hours per week in season.

• Assist the head coach in:
  • teaching student-athlete skill development and mental/motivating techniques
  • supervision and development of practice and game sessions
• Assist the head coach in recruiting and retention of academically qualified student-athletes within the guidelines of Central College, the ARC and NCAA Division III.
• Collaborate with admission office staff and counselors for contacts, campus visits, and other recruiting activities
• Support the program by assisting in the organization and supervision of:
  • Fundraising activities (typically 6-8; note a fundraising activity may occur during the summer months)
  • Camps and clinics
• Attend staff development opportunities and coach's meetings
• Assist in cheer auditions
• Assume coaching responsibilities for all cheer practices or in the absence of the head coach
• Assist in keeping web page up to date and competitive in our market.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree, with one to three years of experience coaching preferred.
• Strong communication skills required
• CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain within six months required
• Ability to travel; night and week-end work required
• Valid driver's license and the ability to be insured to drive college vehicles required

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