Assistant Coach Acro & Tumbling

About the role

This part-time position provides assistance in planning, budgeting, organizing, recruiting, and maintaining a well-balanced, competitive NCAA Division 2 Acrobatics and Tumbling program. Reports to the Head Acrobatics and Tumbling Coach.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach in all aspects of conducting an NCAA Division II Acrobatics and Tumbling program.
• Attend all games, practices, and other team activities.
• Assist in the recruitment of student athletes.
• Assist with team fundraising activities, service, and community engagement efforts.
• Be informed and enforce GCU, CACC, NCAA, and NCATA rules and guidelines.
• Successfully complete NCAA Division II Rules Modules. Attend meetings or workshops as appropriate.
• Actively assist in monitoring academic performance of student-athletes and facilitate remediation programs.
• Be knowledgeable of the college’s commitment to Mercy Core Values of respect, integrity, compassion, justice, and service; and support those values in all aspects of interaction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Coaching experience at the college or high school level preferred.
• Acrobatics and Tumbling experience at the college level preferred.
• Knowledge of NCAA Division II rules and regulations; must pass Coaches Certification Modules.
• First Aid & CPR/AED certified (training provided if needed).
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Must be US work authorized.