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Kentucky Christian University

Women’s Basketball Graduate Assistant

Kentucky Christian University, Leitchfield, Kentucky, United States, 41163

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Job Summary

Kentucky Christian University is seeking a graduate student to coach, mentor, and lead student-athletes through their time at KCU. This position will involve leading one or more events (team events, practices, and games). The graduate assistant will emphasize the holistic growth of the student. KCU is committed to engaging students in a transformative educational experience that equips them as effective Christian professionals providing servant leadership for the church and society. Vision and Mission

The Women’s Basketball Graduate Residency Program aims to foster a culture of excellence and growth within the women’s basketball program, where athletes are empowered to reach their fullest potential both on and off the court. Through dedication, mentorship, and collaboration, we aim to cultivate a community of student-athletes who excel academically, athletically, and spiritually. As graduate assistants, the mission is to provide comprehensive support to the women’s basketball program, assisting coaches by developing student-athletes through personalized training, academic guidance, and character building. We are committed to upholding the values of teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement while striving to create a positive and competitive environment that inspires a lifelong love for the sport and prepares athletes for success beyond graduation. Qualifications/Requirements

The Graduate Residency Program intends to provide practical ministry experience, accompanied with academic studies, for 1-2 years for those students who are: undergraduate degree acceptance into one of KCU’s Master’s programs competed at the collegiate level in any event (special consideration for throws, jumps, hurdles, sprints, distance event groups) maintain 3.0 GPA; ability to lead both in the spiritual and athletic realm Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills

sympathetic to the beliefs and mission of the Restoration Movement committed to regular spiritual formation practices and disciplines passion for working in an ethnically and spiritually diverse community spiritual and emotional maturity good communication and conflict resolution skills ability to maintain confidentiality Contact Information

Dean Brand, Head Coach dbrand@kcu.edu David Manning, Athletic Director dsmanning@kcu.edu How to Apply

Submit a resume Staff Application

APPLY HERE LINK 300-word essay on how sports can be used as a ministry. Financial Support

Housing Non-Married Students will be provided housing within one of KCU’s residential apartments. Married Students will have a 1-2 bedroom apartment reserved at a reduced monthly rate. Tuition: Full-tuition scholarship. Meals: Graduate Assistants will be provided with a fully-funded meal plan. Subject to the United States Constitution, and all applicable state and federal laws, KCU does not discriminate in its employment practices.

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