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As of Jul 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for graduate program in Illinois is $44,305.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,300.00 and $46,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A graduate program is an advanced course of study offered by universities or colleges, typically after the completion of a bachelor's degree. These programs can lead to master's, doctoral, or professional degrees and are designed to deepen knowledge and skills in a specific field. Graduate programs often involve a combination of coursework, research, and practical experience. They prepare students for specialized careers or academic positions and can range from one to several years in duration.
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Infographic showing various Graduate Program job openings in Illinois as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,305 per year, or $21.3 per hour.
Graduate Assistant: Spirit Program

Graduate Assistant: Spirit Program

Greenville University

Greenville, IL

$37K - $47K/yr

Other

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Description

This Graduate Assistant position will be responsible for assisting in all aspects of the Cheer and Dance programs as well as secondary responsibilities assigned by the Athletic Director. A strong faith base and commitment to the mission of Greenville University are essential. This is a 12-month position.

Requirements

Graduate Assistant (GA) is students, not employee of the university.

GA may not hold other on-campus employment.

GA must be accepted and enrolled in a Greenville University graduate program.

GA will maintain continuous enrollment in the degree program at all times

GA must maintain an accumulative G.P.A. of at least 3.0

 GA will receive a stipendin addition to full tuition scholarship fora Greenville University graduate program. 

GA must be able to live and work in the USA. No Student Visa available.


Responsibilities:

Coach Duties: administrative, practice, game, and competition preparation

Recruiting: coordinate recruiting activities including emails, phone calls, and letters, maintain the recruit database, and manage social media

Academics: monitor academic progress of players

Spiritual Development: assist/lead Bible studies and mentor players

Game Day Management: responsibilities as assigned by the Athletic Department.


Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and acceptance into a Graduate Program.

Cheer and Dance experience.


Preferred Qualifications:

Previous coaching experience

Dance technique/training/choreography


Greenville University's Mission:

Greenville University is liberal arts University that empowers students for lives of character and service through a transforming Christ-centered education. Our hiring practices reflect our commitment to be a Christ-centered institution.

GREENVILLE UNIVERSITY: The university is located 50 miles east of St. Louis in an attractive residential community of approximately 7,000 people. Greenville was founded in 1892 and is affiliated with the Free Methodist Church yet draws students from 40+ denominations. For additional information, please visit our website: www.greenville.edu.


Greenville University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal laws. In keeping with the mission of the institution, Greenville University seeks applicants with a strong commitment to the values and lifestyle of evangelical Christianity and who profess a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. As a Christian institution, we require faculty and staff to adhere to the University's Lifestyle statement and to enforce a religiously based code of conduct for all University employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Greenville University, as an educational institution affiliated with the Free Methodist Church USA, reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (Title VII, Sections 702-703, United States Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended).

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