Assistant Soccer Coach, Goalkeeping

IMG Academy; Bradenton, Northern (FL, KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vis​

Flexible Spending Account and Health S

401k with an Employer Match

Short Term and Long Term Disability

Group and Supplemental Life & AD&D

Gym Discount Program

Pet Insurance

Wellbeing Program

Job summary

IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida, is seeking a dedicated Goalkeeping Coach to lead training for student-athletes, design a comprehensive goalkeeper development program, and support college placement efforts.

The role requires experience coaching at the college or club level, a bachelor’s degree in a sports-related field, strong communication, and willingness to travel for tournaments and clinics; candidates should embrace IMG's commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching at the college and/or club level.
• Bachelor’s degree in physical education, sports management, business administration or a similar sports or business related field or the equivalent.
• Skills in training and instructing Soccer.
• Strong commitment to Student Athletes.
• Desire to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and implements a Soccer training program for all Student Athletes.
• Lead Professional Goalkeeping Development Program for all other coaches.
• College Placement Liaison for assigned team and assist the Director of Goalkeeping in all Goalkeepers college placement.
• Implementation of Goalkeeping clinics domestically and Internationally as assigned by Director.
• Assess the performance and skill development of each Student Athlete and partners with the appropriate department, including Academics and APD, for their continued development.
• Help with the psychological preparation of the Student Athlete in both pre-match and post-match.
• Develop motivational approach to practice and matches.
• Work to develop comprehensive knowledge of Soccer in decision-making, handling authority and setting and meeting objectives.
• Interacts with the Student Athlete as an educator of the sport and mentor.
• Partners with the Student Athlete’s parent/guardian regarding their overall development.
• Skilled and proficient in all training techniques
• Effectively communicates to Student Athletes
• Assures proper safety is maintained
• Assists in college placement of the Student Athlete
• Travel to tournaments as needed
• Assists in the recruiting of prospective Student Athletes
• Adhering to all company policies, procedures and business ethic codes
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Coaching experience

Soccer training

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in sports/education or related field

Tools

CPR Certification

Job description

About IMG Academy

IMG Academy is the world’s leading sports education brand, providing a holistic education model that empowers student-athletes to win their future while preparing them for college and for life. IMG Academy has been nationally recognized by organizations including Sports Business Journal, USA Today, and the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For for its workplace culture, innovation, and commitment to developing people both on and off the field.

IMG Academy provides growth opportunities for student-athletes and partners through an innovative suite of on-campus and online experiences:

• Boarding school and camps, delivered on a state-of-the-art campus in Bradenton, Florida


• Online coaching through IMG Academy+, focused on personal development through the lens of sport and performance


• Online college recruiting through NCSA College Recruiting and SportsRecruits, providing industry-leading recruiting education, tools, and access to a network of more than 40,000 college coaches for student-athletes, families, club coaches, and event operators


• Elevate by IMG Academy, a performance and personal development solution that delivers mindset, leadership, and wellbeing programming to schools, colleges, and organizations through a combination of digital content and immersive experiences

Position Summary:

The Goalkeeping Coach is responsible for all aspects of training and coaching Student Athletes.

Position Responsibilities:

• Prepares and implements a Soccer training program for all Student Athletes


• Lead Professional Goalkeeping Development Program for all other coaches


• College Placement Liaison for assigned team and assist the Director of Goalkeeping in all Goalkeepers college placement


• Implementation of Goalkeeping clinics domestically and Internationally as assigned by Director


• Assess the performance and skill development of each Student Athlete and partners with the appropriate department, including Academics and APD, for their continued development


• Help with the psychological preparation of the Student Athlete in both pre-match and post-match


• Develop motivational approach to practice and matches


• Work to develop comprehensive knowledge of Soccer in decision-making, handling authority and setting and meeting objectives


• Interacts with the Student Athlete as an educator of the sport and mentor


• Partners with the Student Athlete’s parent/guardian regarding their overall development.


• Skilled and proficient in all training techniques


• Effectively communicates to Student Athletes


• Assures proper safety is maintained


• Assists in college placement of the Student Athlete


• Travel to tournaments as needed


• Assists in the recruiting of prospective Student Athletes


• Adhering to all company policies, procedures and business ethic codes


• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience coaching at the college and/or club level


• Bachelor’s degree in physical education, sports management, business administration or a similar sports or business related field or the equivalent


• Skills in training and instructing Soccer


• Strong commitment to Student Athletes


• Desire to work collaboratively with colleagues


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Skills:

• CPR Certification


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

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Ability to lift, move, push and pull equipment or boxes in excess of 40lbs.


• Should be able to handle outdoor temperatures for a reasonable period of time.


• Must be able to move around campus which includes gym, turf, fields, etc.


• Ability to work flexible hours to include nights, weekends and holidays is required


• Requires a background check upon offer


• Requires a drug test upon offer

This position requires a Florida Level 2 Background Screening. Learn more about the screening process and requirements by visiting the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Education & Awareness website: https://info.flclearinghouse.com .

Benefits:

As a full-time member of our team, you will enjoy a comprehensive offering listed below. Connect with your talent acquisition specialist to learn more about benefits for our part-time and seasonal/temporary roles.

• 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!

Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

IMG Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.