Nutrition Coach, Summer 2024

Who We Are:
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, preparing them for college and for life. IMG Academy provides growth opportunities for all student-athletes through an innovative suite of on-campus and online experiences:

• Boarding school and camps, via a state-of-the-art campus in Bradenton, Fla
• Online coaching via the IMG Academy+ brand, with a focus on personal development through the lens of sport and performance
• Online college recruiting, via the NCSA brand, providing content, tools, coaching and access to a network of 40,000 college coaches

The Nutrition Coach, Summer 2024will be responsible for To providing world class nutrition services in order to help IMG athletes and clients maximize performance through nutrition.
Summer Hiring Timeline:

• October 2023: Applications open!
• January - April 2024: Application review and interviews. Offers made on a rolling basis.
• May - July 2024: Start

Position Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver practical, educational, entertaining, and age-appropriate nutrition content to groups and individuals of a variety of ages who participate in a variety of sports

• Deliver 1:1 and group sessions for camp athletes, adult athletes, and professional athletes, as indicated.
• Tailor message accordingly to a broad client base ranging from youth to elite athletes across a range of sports, cultures, and countries.
• Promote the value of nutrition for performance to coaches and athletes on campus.
• Ensure nutrition services at IMG Academy are based on the most recent, evidence-based practices in the field.
• Work with Strength & Conditioning, Athletic Training, Mental Conditioning, Sport Science, and the Gatorade Sports Science Institute (GSSI) to optimize performance and recovery.

• Collaborate with other APD disciplines that work with campers to provide the best service to the athletes and promote a team approach to education and support.
• Work collaboratively with various departments across campus to promote the value of nutrition education.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Ability

• Registered Dietitian (RD)

• State Licensure in FL (LD) or State Licensure eligibility within 30 days of hire.
• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or Sports Nutrition.
• Ability to comply with legislation in Florida in relation to Nutrition services and advice.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and motivational skills.
• Understanding of latest research in the field of nutrition.

• Ability to take accurate measurements, including body weight and height.
• Experience with nutrient analysis software.
• Strong written and verbal presentation skills with the ability to interface with a variety of audiences.
• Read/write/speak and understand English.
• Auditory and visual ability to assess and provide nutrition care.

• Knowledge and ability to use PC and related software.
• Ability to understand rules of various sports governing bodies regarding restricted substances and supplements.
• Ability to deliver current knowledge in realistic and practical terms.
• Strong ability to connect well with the younger athlete.
• Perceived credibility as a subject matter expert in the field of Nutrition.

• Meet professional standards when working with clients, department staff, interns, and other professionals. This includes the ability to work with strong personalities and problem solve.
• Participate in a team environment to ensure best practices of nutrition service.
• Able to troubleshoot situations and deal with any unique situations that may arise.
• Proactive personality who is a role model for nutrition on IMG Academy campus.
• Strong time management, adaptability and flexibility.

• Being open and responsive to feedback.
• Strong classroom management skills to facilitate a conducive learning environment.
• Strong customer service skills.

Preferred Skills

• Master of Science in nutrition or exercise related field.

• CSSD (Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics)
• Multi-lingual
• Experience working with a youth population
• Experience as an athlete or coach

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

Background Requirements:

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

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 perfect 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.
Get to know us better:
www.imgacademy.com
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.