Graduate Assistant for the Cumberland University Childhood Physical Activity and Development Lab
Position Title: Graduate Assistant for the Cumberland University Childhood Physical Activity and Development Lab
Hours: 20 hours per week minimum for term of graduate program
Supervisor: Dr. George Walker, Associate Professor of Physical Education and Athletic Coaching; Director of the Cumberland University Childhood Physical Activity and Development Laboratory
Compensation: Tuition Waiver
Qualifications
Must be accepted to or enrolled in one of the following graduate programs at Cumberland University
Master of Arts in Teaching emphasis in Physical Education,
Master of Arts in Education emphasis Physical Education & Physical Activity Leadership
Master of Arts in Education emphasis Athletic Coaching
Must have a Bachelor’s degree in a field of education, Kinesiology, or Exercise Science
Available to work weekdays, weeknights, or weekends
Must be accepted to or enrolled in a graduate program at Cumberland University
Desired Skills
Strong Interpersonal skills
Ability to work with a diverse student population
Strong organization, communication, and leadership skills
Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and outgoing
Prompt and Reliable
Understanding of social media
Typical Job Duties And Responsibilities
Ability and willingness to work with individuals with special needs
Assist with creation and coordination for teaching of students of Cedars Preparatory Academy
Assist with research for Cumberland University Childhood Physical Activity and Development Lab
Assist with recruitment of undergraduate programs in physical education and athletic coaching
Assist with recruitment of graduate program in Master of Arts in Teaching emphasis in Physical Education
Assist with recruitment of graduate programs in Master of Arts in Education emphases of Physical Education & Physical Education Leadership, Athletic Coaching, and Professional Studies
Assist with Students Helping Achieve Physical Fitness and Education (SHAPE) club
Assist with tutoring students for Praxis in Physical Education
Photograph events and edit pictures for marketing purposes
Other duties deemed necessary by the supervisor
PLEASE SUBMIT COVER LETTER AND RESUME
A completed application for the Graduate Assistant position includes the following:
Cover letter that includes your interest in the GA position and your qualifications:
Background information about yourself.
Motivations for applying for the Graduate Assistant position.
Include any activities that you have participated in and/or work experiences or skills that you feel qualify you for this Graduate Assistant position.
Description of personal, leadership, and administrative skill and how you would apply then to this Graduate Assistant position.
Why you feel you are the right fit for this position?
Resume
Three professional or educational references
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Part-time
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Administrative
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