Head Coach, Baseball

IMG Academy; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision

401k with an Employer Match

Gym Discount Program

Job summary

IMG Academy is seeking a Head Coach for their Baseball program in Bradenton, Florida. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading all aspects of the program, including player development, training implementation, and staff leadership.

This role demands a high level of expertise in baseball coaching, with a strong commitment to student-athlete welfare and competitive excellence. The Head Coach will foster a positive team culture while collaborating with various teams to ensure holistic development for student-athletes.

Qualifications

• High level of expertise in baseball coaching and player development.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in baseball.
• Strong understanding of recruiting and college placement processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead baseball practices and training sessions.
• Develop individualized performance benchmarks for student-athletes.
• Foster an inclusive team culture aligned with IMG Academy values.

Skills

Expertise in baseball coaching

Player development systems

Leadership ability

Communication skills

Team culture building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management or related field

Tools

Baseball technology

Video analysis systems

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. The institution has received national recognition from 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.

Position Summary

The Head Coach, Baseball is responsible for leading aspects of IMG Academy’s Baseball program, including player development, team operations, training implementation, recruiting, staff leadership, and overall program culture. This role creates and maintains a high‑performance environment focused on athletic excellence, student‑athlete development, competitive success, and personal growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead high-quality baseball practices, training sessions, team development plans, and competitive preparation activities.
• Lead the development of student‑athletes’ technical, tactical, physical, and mental performance within an elite baseball environment.
• Design and oversee individualized development plans and performance benchmarks for student‑athletes.
• Utilize baseball technology, analytics, video review, and modern player development methodologies to maximize athlete growth and competitive performance.
• Prepare teams and student‑athletes for practices, games, tournaments, showcases, and recruiting events through structured planning and performance evaluation.
• Collaborate with Strength & Conditioning, Sports Medicine, Mental Performance, and Performance Science teams to support holistic athlete development and injury prevention.
• Continuously evaluate and enhance baseball curriculum, training systems, and coaching methodologies to ensure best‑in‑class program delivery.
• Maintain open, consistent, and professional communication with student‑athletes and parents/guardians regarding player development, performance goals, academics, recruiting, and overall campus experience.
• Serve as a mentor, educator, and role model by fostering discipline, accountability, leadership, teamwork, and life skills development.
• Monitor the athletic, academic, and emotional well‑being of student‑athletes and collaborate with internal departments to ensure appropriate support resources are provided.
• Assist student‑athletes and families through the college recruiting and placement process while building strong relationships with collegiate and professional programs.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and growth‑oriented team culture aligned with IMG Academy values and standards.
• Collaborate with Baseball leadership to review and enhance program structure, training content, operational delivery, staffing, objectives, and resource allocation.
• Lead recruiting and retention initiatives for prospective and current student‑athletes.
• Recruit, develop, mentor, and retain high‑performing coaches and support staff.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with collegiate programs, professional organizations, scouts, tournament operators, and industry partners.
• Support camp programming, showcases, clinics, and special baseball events.
• Assist with scheduling, travel coordination, and operational planning for games, tournaments, showcases, and team events.
• Serve as a visible leader and ambassador for IMG Academy Baseball on campus and within the broader baseball community.
• Adhere to all IMG Academy policies, procedures, safety standards, and governing body regulations including FHSAA and NCAA guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High level of expertise in baseball coaching, player development systems, and competitive training methodologies.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience playing, coaching, or managing baseball at the collegiate, professional, academy, or elite amateur level.
• Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Physical Education, Business Administration, or related field preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong commitment to student‑athlete development, welfare, and overall experience.
• Proven leadership ability with experience managing staff, building culture, and driving program success.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of recruiting, player evaluation, and college placement processes.
• Experience utilizing baseball technology, analytics platforms, and video analysis systems preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, high‑performance environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and leadership teams.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required.

Preferred Skills

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

Physical Demands And Work Environment

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

Background Requirements

• Requires a background check upon offer.
• Requires a drug test upon offer.

Benefits

• 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!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.