Graduate Assistant - Football

DESCRIPTION

Otterbein Universityin partnership with Antioch University Graduate Schoolseeks highly motivated and eager Graduate Teaching Assistants in the Athletic program for Spring semester during the 2025-26 academic year in Football. Working nights and weekends is a must and minimal travel may be required.

Otterbein University, an NCAA Division III institution, competing in the Ohio Athletic Conference. Located in Westerville, OH, Otterbein is a liberal arts institution with a highly competitive athletic history.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The Graduate Teaching Assistant is a 10-month position with a full tuition waiver, stipend valued up to $6,000 (less applicable taxes), a meal plan and potential housing support available.

This position is eligible for a Spring semester start as a 5-month position with a full tuition waiver, stipend valued up to $3,000 (less applicable taxes), a meal plan and potential housing support available.

Renewable for a second year appointment (up to two years total) and is contingent upon successful completion of GA duties and responsibilities. All GA’s must adhere to their graduate program requirements including maintaining a minimum 3.0 GPA and must be enrolled in graduate coursework in each semester of the appointment with Otterbein University or Antioch University.

• Coaching: The primary responsibility will be to assist the head coach in all facets of the program, including the recruitment of student-athletes, organization and planning of practices, game preparation, administrative duties, scouting and monitoring of student-athlete academic progress. Previous participation and/or coaching experience is preferred.

DESCRIPTION

Otterbein Universityin partnership with Antioch University Graduate Schoolseeks highly motivated and eager Graduate Teaching Assistants in the Athletic program for Spring semester during the 2025-26 academic year in Football. Working nights and weekends is a must and minimal travel may be required.

Otterbein University, an NCAA Division III institution, competing in the Ohio Athletic Conference. Located in Westerville, OH, Otterbein is a liberal arts institution with a highly competitive athletic history.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The Graduate Teaching Assistant is a 10-month position with a full tuition waiver, stipend valued up to $6,000 (less applicable taxes), a meal plan and potential housing support available.

This position is eligible for a Spring semester start as a 5-month position with a full tuition waiver, stipend valued up to $3,000 (less applicable taxes), a meal plan and potential housing support available.

Renewable for a second year appointment (up to two years total) and is contingent upon successful completion of GA duties and responsibilities. All GA’s must adhere to their graduate program requirements including maintaining a minimum 3.0 GPA and must be enrolled in graduate coursework in each semester of the appointment with Otterbein University or Antioch University.

• Coaching: The primary responsibility will be to assist the head coach in all facets of the program, including the recruitment of student-athletes, organization and planning of practices, game preparation, administrative duties, scouting and monitoring of student-athlete academic progress. Previous participation and/or coaching experience is preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree required

• Acceptance into an graduate program with Otterbein University or an on-line or low residency Graduate program with Antioch University

• Experience in college athletics preferred

• Must live locally while classes are in session

• A valid driver license; Must complete Otterbein Driving certification.

To Apply: Qualified candidates must complete an on-line application, including a cover letter, resume and three references. Please indicate which position you are applying for on the application. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position(s) is filled.

Must be accepted into one of the following programs at Otterbein University or Antioch University: Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Science in Allied Health (MSAH), Master of Athletic Training (MSAT), Master of Arts Teaching (MAT), Master of Art in Education (MAE)

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind of level of difficulty.

Otterbein University’s achievement of academic excellence depends on its commitment to inclusion and belonging. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Otterbein University is an EEO Employer.

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