Assistant Coach Cheer

Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, GCU is a regionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.

Grand Canyon University’s Athletic Department is passionate about helping student-athletes achieve their highest level of excellence. The Athletic Department uses intercollegiate sports as a platform for developing our student-athletes on integrity and personal growth. Are you passionate about helping student-athletes achieve their highest level of excellence? Then this Assistant Coach Cheer at GCU is the role for you! 

What you will do:

• Collaborate with the Spirit Programs Manager and Head Coach to ensure all aspects of athletic programs comply with University standards and conference and national affiliation rules and regulations.  Identifies risk and establishes criteria and plans for correction.

• Work in collaboration with the Spirit Programs Manager and Head Coach with recordkeeping and student-athlete certifications as required by NCAA and University guidelines. Ensure that athletes adhere to safety and compliance regulations.

• Explain and demonstrate the principles, techniques and methods of regulating movement of the human body, kinesiology, biomechanics, etc. to achieve proficiency in the assigned activity or sport.

• Assist with supervision of cheerleading team; discipline and counsel, supervise practices and training; travel with teams to all scheduled camps, games, tournaments, and competitions; assist with athlete recruitment, order required uniforms and market the Spirit Programs.

• Assist in choreographing routines for the GCU Cheerleaders to enhance fan involvement at athletic events.

• Other duties as assigned.

What you need:

• Minimum 2 years work experience as a coach for cheerleading or dance team.

• CPR, First Aid and Coaches’ Safety Training certifications required; AED preferred.

• Must work evenings, holidays and weekends and travel overnight as needed.

• Must be able to pass a background check.

• Must have a Valid driver’s license and driving record that meets University requirements.

• Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

Bonus Points:

• Bachelor’s degree

• Collegiate level coaching experience

Why work at GCU:

• Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan

• Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays

• Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events

• Free covered parking

• We also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program

• Free on-site gyms on campus