Head Coach of Competitive Cheer

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Join our vibrant community of dedicated faculty and staff who work to create a transformative educational experience rooted in faith, reason, and justice.

Eastern University is a nationally-recognized Christian university enrolling approximately 7,000 students in a wide array of undergraduate, graduate, professional, and seminary programs. The university’s main campus is located in St. Davids, PA, with many programs also offered online. Eastern’s core values of Faith, Reason, and Justice are woven into all of its educational offerings. Through dynamic programs, a vibrant campus community, and meaningful service learning opportunities, Eastern University is committed to providing students with transformative, accessible, and affordable education.

Position Description

Eastern University is seeking applications for a Head Coach of Competitive Cheer. This position will report to the Director of Athletics and will play a vital role in a growing department. Eastern University competes in NCAA Division III in 21 sports. The Head Coach of Cheerleading and Competitive Dance will work tirelessly to recruit, coach, teach, and form relationships with our student-athletes during their time on campus. Ability to engage in fundraising opportunities both on and off campus for the betterment of the team and University.

Position Responsibilities

Duties will include, but are not limited to;

• The evaluation and selection of prospective student-athletes to compete competitively in Cheerleading and/or a Competitive Dance team.
• Responsible for teaching and choreographing cheer and dance routines for both programs.
• Conduct effective team practices both in and out of season.
• Development of a team schedule to meet all NCAA and MAC requirements, while competing on a local, regional and national level.
• Supervise, monitor and evaluate the academic progress of each student-athlete in accordance with University, MAC Conference and NCAA regulations to maintain athletic eligibility.

Join our vibrant community of dedicated faculty and staff who work to create a transformative educational experience rooted in faith, reason, and justice.

Eastern University is a nationally-recognized Christian university enrolling approximately 7,000 students in a wide array of undergraduate, graduate, professional, and seminary programs. The university’s main campus is located in St. Davids, PA, with many programs also offered online. Eastern’s core values of Faith, Reason, and Justice are woven into all of its educational offerings. Through dynamic programs, a vibrant campus community, and meaningful service learning opportunities, Eastern University is committed to providing students with transformative, accessible, and affordable education.

Position Description

Eastern University is seeking applications for a Head Coach of Competitive Cheer. This position will report to the Director of Athletics and will play a vital role in a growing department. Eastern University competes in NCAA Division III in 21 sports. The Head Coach of Cheerleading and Competitive Dance will work tirelessly to recruit, coach, teach, and form relationships with our student-athletes during their time on campus. Ability to engage in fundraising opportunities both on and off campus for the betterment of the team and University.

Position Responsibilities

Duties will include, but are not limited to;

• The evaluation and selection of prospective student-athletes to compete competitively in Cheerleading and/or a Competitive Dance team.
• Responsible for teaching and choreographing cheer and dance routines for both programs.
• Conduct effective team practices both in and out of season.
• Development of a team schedule to meet all NCAA and MAC requirements, while competing on a local, regional and national level.
• Supervise, monitor and evaluate the academic progress of each student-athlete in accordance with University, MAC Conference and NCAA regulations to maintain athletic eligibility.
• Meet all recruitment goals set for the program by the Director of Athletics; including roster minimums for Cheerleading (24) and Competitive Dance (12).
• Regularly attend recruiting events and competitions throughout the year.
• Respect and represent the program in a professional manner.
• Monitor and adhere to Eastern University, Title IX, NCAA, and MAC policies, procedures and guidelines
• Embody values of caring and compassion, justice and integrity, competence and affirmation
• Seek to treat each member of the campus community with fairness, dignity and respect, seeking a spirit of unity and harmony as we join together to achieve our common mission.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree is required. Demonstrate knowledge in NCAA DIII rules along with the MAC Conference. Prior coaching and/or cheer or dance experience is necessary. Ability to learn and use various recruiting software and social media platforms.

The ability, and desire, to work successfully within a team-oriented department environment is required. A commitment to the Division III philosophy of athletics, a working knowledge of NCAA rules, and a demonstrated ability to recruit, retain and mentor student-athletes is essential. Candidates must exhibit an understanding of, and support for, the University’s Christian Mission. Additional qualifications include excellent interpersonal and organization skills and an ability to effectively communicate the mission and vision of Eastern University and the Athletic Department to alumni and friends of the university.

About Eastern University

Eastern University is a Christian university of the arts and sciences that integrates faith, reason and justice for students in its undergraduate, graduate, seminary, urban, professional and international programs. Applicants should have a Christian commitment compatible with its mission and be willing to support the mission and vision of the university. The university complies with federal and state guidelines of nondiscrimination in employment; members of protected classes encouraged to apply.

Background Checks

Standard University employees are required to complete the background clearance process. Employment is contingent upon the successful results of an employment background screening. The employment background screening may include but is not limited to your consumer credit history (for positions that work with the university finances or alumni funds only), verification of education and professional credentials, criminal history, driving history, residency, immigration status, performance, references, and other qualities pertinent to your qualifications for the following position.

Youth Clearances are required for positions with direct contact with children and essential personnel positions. Employees working with or around minor age children are required to complete the youth clearance process which includes the following four child protection clearances:

1) Affidavit;

2) FBI Criminal Record Check;

3) Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance and;

4) Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check.

In accordance with state laws, Act 73 of 2007, Act 153 of 2014, Act 168 (relating to the Child Protective Services Law), school employees of Eastern University who will have "direct contact with children" must complete the background check process prior to employment. Results must be submitted within ten days of receipt.

Description Disclaimer

This description is intended to describe the general level and nature of work performed by the person/people assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities of the person/people so assigned.

Statement of Non-Discrimination

Eastern University is committed to the principles of equal opportunity as defined under federal and state law, and does not discriminate unlawfully on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, color, creed, disability, national/ethnic origin, age, disabled veteran/Vietnam-era, Genetic Information and Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), or veteran status in its admission policy, program, or activities, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other University-administered programs, or employment practices and programs.

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