National Team Wide Receiver Coach, Football

Posted: Wednesday, 14 May 2025
Valid Thru: Friday, 13 June 2025
Index Requested on: 05/15/2025 01:21:30
Indexed on: 05/15/2025 01:21:30

Location: Bradenton, FL, 34201, US

Industry: Sports and Physical Recreation
Occupational Category: 27-2022.00 - Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports and Media
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

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Description:

The National Team Wide Receiver Coach is responsible for training and developing student-athletes to compete at the highest level. This role focuses on position-specific skill development, game preparation, and overall player growth within the IMG Academy National Team program.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Design and implement a position-specific training program for wide receivers.
  • Evaluate and develop route running, catching techniques, blocking assignments, and game awareness to enhance performance.
  • Partner with the offensive coordinator to align WR play with the overall offensive scheme.
  • Provide film analysis and breakdowns, helping student-athletes refine their understanding of defensive coverages and route adjustments.
  • Collaborate with performance coaches to optimize speed, agility, and conditioning for the wide receiver position.
  • Prepare athletes psychologically for both practices and games, fostering confidence and leadership on and off the field.
  • Mentor student-athletes, emphasizing both their football and personal development.
  • Assist in the college recruiting process, helping athletes with exposure, highlight film preparation, and direct communication with college programs.
  • Maintain strong relationships with parents/guardians, providing clear communication on player progress and development.
  • Actively participate in tournaments, showcases, and events to support athlete exposure and recruitment efforts.
  • Ensure a safe and structured training environment.
  • Uphold IMG Academy’s four-year model for long-term athlete development.
  • Support enrollment efforts by assisting sport advisors in generating leads and maintaining an accurate pipeline.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Experience coaching or playing wide receiver at the collegiate or professional level.
  • Strong understanding of route concepts, defensive coverages, and passing game strategy.
  • Ability to develop technical skills such as release techniques, hand-eye coordination, and footwork.
  • Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field.
  • High-level proficiency in film breakdown and game preparation.
  • Passion for developing high-character, high-performing student-athletes.
  • Strong ability to collaborate with offensive staff and other position coaches.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to mentor and guide athletes through the recruiting process.
Preferred Skills:
  • Experience playing/coaching at the professional or Power 5 collegiate level.
  • CPR certification.
  • Bilingual.
  • Valid driver's license with ability to travel for tournaments, games, and recruiting events.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
  • Ability to work in outdoor conditions for extended periods.
  • Mobility to move around campus, including fields, gym, and weight room.
  • Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

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Educational requirements:

  • high school

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