Assistant Basketball Coach (National Team) at img in Bradenton, Florida

Job Description:

The Assistant Basketball Coach (National Team) 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 and other events as needed.


• Adheres to all company policies, procedures and business ethic codes.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• 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

Preferred Skills: 

• Bilingual


• CPR Certification


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

Physical Demands and Work Environment: 

• Ability to handle outdoor conditions for a reasonable period of time


• Ability to move around campus including gym, turf, fields, etc.


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

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