Assistant Soccer Coach, Boys

About the role

The Assistant Soccer Coach, Boys position at IMG Academy is responsible for all aspects of training and coaching student athletes. This role operates within the structure of the academy's soccer program, aiming to achieve both group and individual objectives for student-athletes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver a high-quality soccer training program aimed at achieving the group and individual objectives for student-athletes in their group.
• Have open two-way communication between student-athletes, parents and guardians, on the progress of the student-athlete and the plans and goals that have been set.
• Advise the student-athletes on tournament schedules, pre-tournament preparation, post tournament review, and benchmarks for optimizing and measuring performance.
• Gain and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the instruction equipment and methodologies incorporated into the academy soccer program.
• Interact with the soccer student-athletes as a mentor and as an educator of their sport and life.
• Continually assess the skill and emotional development of each student-athlete, and liaise with Soccer program management to ensure all internal and external partners are utilized to support each student-athlete's ongoing comprehensive development.
• Act as an advocate communicating with the student-athlete, parent or guardian regarding their overall development in sport, school and campus life.
• Aid in the college placement of the student-athlete as required.
• Work closely with all members of the soccer team to continually review program structure, content, delivery, objectives, and resources, making recommendations where changes could improve quality or opportunities to grow the business.
• Support recruiting and retention initiatives aimed at current and prospective student-athletes as required.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures and business ethic codes.

Qualifications

• High standard of proficiency in soccer, training and instructional techniques.
• Bachelor’s degree in physical education, sports management, business administration or a similar sports or business related field or the equivalent “B” License.
• Strong commitment to student athletes.
• Preferred qualifications include Bilingual CPR Certification, Valid driver’s license with ability to drive for tournaments, games, travel, and experience working camps.

Benefits

As a full-time member of our team, you will enjoy a comprehensive offering including:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options
• 401k with an Employer Match
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Group and Supplemental Life & AD&D
• Gym Discount Program
• Pet Insurance
• Wellbeing Program
• and more!