Head Coach, Swimming

IMG Academy • Bradenton, FL

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About The Position

The Head Swimming Coach is responsible for all aspects of training and coaching student-athletes. Position Responsibilities: Prepares a training program for all student-athletes. Assesses the skill development of each student-athlete, and partners with school staff and performance coaches to ensure their ongoing comprehensive development. Assists with the psychological preparation of the student-athlete in both pre-game and post-game. Develops motivational approach to practices and games. Interacts with the student-athlete as a mentor and as an educator of the sport. Responsible for delivering a high-quality program that aids in the annual retention of student-athletes. Assists in the college placement of the student-athlete. Supports and maintains a high level of understanding of the four-year model for the Academy program student-athlete. Effectively communicates to student-athletes and their parents/guardians. Partners with the student-athlete’s parent/guardian regarding their overall development. Assists sport advisors in generating new leads and maintaining an accurate pipeline for enrollments. Assures that proper safety is maintained. Travels to tournaments/meets and other events as needed. Adheres to all company policies, procedures and business ethic codes. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Experience in coaching and/or playing at the professional and/or collegiate level
• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field
• Proficiency in training and instructional techniques
• Strong commitment to student-athletes and their development academically, athletically, and socially
• Desire to work collaboratively with colleagues
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to comprehensive excellence

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual
• CPR Certification
• Valid driver’s license with ability to drive for tournaments, games, travel

Responsibilities

• Prepares a training program for all student-athletes.
• Assesses the skill development of each student-athlete, and partners with school staff and performance coaches to ensure their ongoing comprehensive development.
• Assists with the psychological preparation of the student-athlete in both pre-game and post-game.
• Develops motivational approach to practices and games.
• Interacts with the student-athlete as a mentor and as an educator of the sport.
• Responsible for delivering a high-quality program that aids in the annual retention of student-athletes.
• Assists in the college placement of the student-athlete.
• Supports and maintains a high level of understanding of the four-year model for the Academy program student-athlete.
• Effectively communicates to student-athletes and their parents/guardians.
• Partners with the student-athlete’s parent/guardian regarding their overall development.
• Assists sport advisors in generating new leads and maintaining an accurate pipeline for enrollments.
• Assures that proper safety is maintained.
• Travels to tournaments/meets and other events as needed.
• Adheres to all company policies, procedures and business ethic codes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time