Graduate Assistant Women’s Acrobatics and Tumbling Coach

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Newberry College (NCAA D2), located in Newberry, SC, is seeking applicants for Graduate Assistant Women's Acrobatics and Tumbling Coach. The selected candidate will assist the women's acrobatics and tumbling staff to operate and conduct themselves within the ideals, goals, rules and regulations set forth by Newberry College, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and the South Atlantic Conference (SAC). The successful candidate will embrace and promote the mission of Newberry College.

This position reports directly to the Head Women's Acrobatics and Tumbling Coach. The successful candidate will provide leadership, organization, supervision, instruction, and strategic planning for the Wolves women's acrobatics and tumbling team.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Recruit student athletes that fit the culture of the college and the women's acrobatics and tumbling program.
• Create an atmosphere that emphasizes the student-athlete experience.
• Construct a plan to ensure academic success and personal development of student-athletes.
• Meet recruiting and retention goals.
• Ensure each student-athlete has a pathway towards graduation.
• Identify, evaluate, and recruit academically prepared student-athletes in accordance with college policy and NCAA regulations.
• Establish an effective communication plan with student-athletes.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Newberry College (NCAA D2), located in Newberry, SC, is seeking applicants for Graduate Assistant Women's Acrobatics and Tumbling Coach. The selected candidate will assist the women's acrobatics and tumbling staff to operate and conduct themselves within the ideals, goals, rules and regulations set forth by Newberry College, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and the South Atlantic Conference (SAC). The successful candidate will embrace and promote the mission of Newberry College.

This position reports directly to the Head Women's Acrobatics and Tumbling Coach. The successful candidate will provide leadership, organization, supervision, instruction, and strategic planning for the Wolves women's acrobatics and tumbling team.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Recruit student athletes that fit the culture of the college and the women's acrobatics and tumbling program.
• Create an atmosphere that emphasizes the student-athlete experience.
• Construct a plan to ensure academic success and personal development of student-athletes.
• Meet recruiting and retention goals.
• Ensure each student-athlete has a pathway towards graduation.
• Identify, evaluate, and recruit academically prepared student-athletes in accordance with college policy and NCAA regulations.
• Establish an effective communication plan with student-athletes.
• Providing individual coaching and guidance to team members, focusing on skill development and game strategy.
• Maintaining a positive and professional atmosphere within the team, fostering teamwork and sportsmanship.
• Other duties as assigned by Head Women's Acrobatics and Tumbling Coach.

EDUCATIONAL OR OTHER HIRING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree, and previous collegiate women's acrobatics and tumbling competition experience is preferred, strong knowledge of skill development, rules, and strategies, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with student-athletes, coaches, and staff members, demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire athletes to achieve their full potential.

Upon employment, the candidate must complete the NCAA certification exam.

A valid driver's license and clean driving record (if travel is required).

APPLICATION

To apply for the position, send resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three references to:

Joniah Howell

Head Women's Acrobatics and Tumbling Head Coach

Human.Resources@newberry.edu

Application Deadline: Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Any offer of employment is contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by law or university policies.

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