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Strive International Inc

Career Coach

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$42K - $46K/yr

With a proven pathway to possible, 80% of STRIVE students graduate, 76% attain employment and 70 ... Coordinate supportive services that will assist the participant with ongoing attendance and ...

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Showing Assistant Real Estate

Centre, AL · On-site

High school graduate * Real estate license About-our-team We are actively seeking both new and ... What sets this role apart is access to industry leading education, productivity coaching, and a ...

PLACE

Showing Assistant Real Estate

Centre, AL · On-site

$25K - $49K/yr

High school graduate * Real estate license About-our-team We are actively seeking both new and ... What sets this role apart is access to industry leading education, productivity coaching, and a ...

PLACE

Showing Assistant Real Estate

Centre, AL · On-site

$25K - $49K/yr

High school graduate * Real estate license About-our-team We are actively seeking both new and ... What sets this role apart is access to industry leading education, productivity coaching, and a ...

PLACE

Showing Assistant Real Estate

Centre, AL · On-site

$25K - $49K/yr

High school graduate * Real estate license About-our-team We are actively seeking both new and ... What sets this role apart is access to industry leading education, productivity coaching, and a ...

PLACE

Showing Assistant Real Estate

Centre, AL · On-site

$25K - $49K/yr

High school graduate * Real estate license About-our-team We are actively seeking both new and ... What sets this role apart is access to industry leading education, productivity coaching, and a ...

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As of Aug 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for graduate assistant coach in Alabama is $17.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.60 and $20.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a graduate assistant coach?

A graduate assistant coach is a graduate student who works as an assistant coach for their college or university while working on the completion of their post-graduate education. As a graduate assistant coach, you are typically compensated with tuition credits, housing, and a stipend. Job duties vary, depending on the sport they are coaching, but your responsibilities may include helping the coaches organize practices, keeping player records, and traveling to games.

What is the difference between Graduate Assistant Coach vs Assistant Coach?

AspectGraduate Assistant CoachAssistant Coach
Required CredentialsTypically pursuing a graduate degree; bachelor's degree often requiredBachelor's degree usually required; advanced degrees preferred
Work EnvironmentCollege or university athletic programs, often part-timeCollege or university athletic programs, full-time or part-time
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, NCAA or collegiate sportsEducational institutions, NCAA or collegiate sports
Common Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

The main difference between a Graduate Assistant Coach and an Assistant Coach lies in their educational status and responsibilities. Graduate Assistant Coaches are typically pursuing a graduate degree while gaining coaching experience, often working part-time. Assistant Coaches usually hold a bachelor's degree and focus solely on coaching duties. Both roles are common in college sports and serve similar functions, but the Graduate Assistant Coach role emphasizes academic progress alongside coaching.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a graduate assistant coach, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Graduate Assistant Coach, you need a solid understanding of your sport, relevant playing or coaching experience, and typically enrollment in a graduate degree program. Familiarity with video analysis software, recruiting databases, and strength and conditioning tools is often required. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills help you effectively mentor student-athletes and assist the coaching staff. These skills ensure you can contribute to team development, manage responsibilities, and support both athletic and academic success.

What are the typical responsibilities of a graduate assistant coach during a sports season?

Graduate Assistant Coaches typically assist with practice planning, player development, and administrative tasks such as video analysis and recruiting coordination. They often work closely with head and assistant coaches, supporting the team both on and off the field. Balancing coaching duties with graduate coursework can be challenging, but the role offers valuable hands-on experience and networking opportunities within collegiate athletics. This position is ideal for those seeking to build a career in coaching or sports management.
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Infographic showing various Graduate Assistant Coach job openings in Alabama as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,928 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

Graduate Assistant - Strength & Conditioning

University of Montevallo

Montevallo, AL • On-site

$13/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

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Position Information
Posting Number
Job Title
Graduate Assistant - Strength & Conditioning
Department
Athletics
Rate of Pay
$13 hourly
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Estimated Number of Hours Per Week
20 hours per week (14 weeks)/schedule is flexible based on the team the GA is working.
Employment Status
Part Time Temporary
Student Appointment Type
Graduate Assistant
General Description
Assist with the coordination and oversight of the strength and conditioning program for the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.
Essential Job Duties
1. Design yearly athletic performance plans for assigned teams.
2. Supervise and coach assigned team through the athletic performance plan.
3. Daily execution of athletic performance plan for the assigned team.
4. Assist in administering the athletic performance plans for other teams.
5. Create a testing prescription for your assigned team and help administer the testing
prescription with other teams.
6. Collaborate and communicate with coaching staffs to create a yearly athletic performance plan.
7. Deliberately work and communicate with the Athletic Training Staff to enhance the student-athlete experience.
8. Work to finish any project given by the staff to continue with education efforts.
9. Attend to daily maintenance upkeep projects along with daily/weekly cleaning sessions.
All GAs work under the direct supervision of full-time faculty and/or staff.
Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned. The individual holding this position will serve as a representative of the University of Montevallo and, as such, shall promote a positive impression by demonstrating a collegial and professional customer-service approach at all times.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree and admission into the Masters of Science in Exercise Science program.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
  • Must successfully complete NCAA DII University online modules.
  • Must be able to receive and follow instruction from full-time faculty and staff; carefully following all directives.
  • General knowledge of physiology, athletic training, nutrition and exercise science.
  • Familiarity with strength and conditioning equipment and facilities.
  • Ability to provide an excellent client experience, showing empathy motivating clients.
  • Knowledge of and ability to follow cleaning and disinfecting practices of work spaces and equipment.
  • Ability and maturity to handle/maintain confidentiality at all times.
  • Strong verbal and written professional communication skills.
  • Ability to work both in a team setting and independently.
  • Ability to maintain a positive, professional and collegial attitude at all times.

Preferred Major
EXNS
Licenses, Certification or Registrations
Must be CPR/AED/First Aid certified, and provide documentation
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date
Open Date
06/26/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Additional Statement
The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.
EEO Statement
UM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Institution

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