Northwestern College is seeking applicants for a graduate assistant (GA) for men’s basketball. The position is a 10-month appointment (August to May). Qualified applicants will assist in fostering a highly competitive and positive team culture where high-quality relationships with fellow coaches and players are emphasized. The GA will collaborate with the head coach to prepare practice plans, do on-the-court teaching, and directly assist the head coach with strategic and personnel decisions during games. Additional game coaching for the junior varsity program is required.
A role in a shared recruiting approach is expected. Assistance in facilitating summer camps will provide opportunities to organize and prepare other coaches, offer instruction to large groups of athletes and practice effective leadership skills.
Required Qualifications:
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
- Former athlete with a desire to pursue coaching or other basketball-related fields
- Bachelor’s degree and acceptance into the Northwestern College Master of Education program or an online program elsewhere.
Successful candidates will have an authentic Christian faith and a commitment to Northwestern’s mission.
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