IMGA+ Performance Dietitian (Remote)
About the job
About IMG Academy
Named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation in 2024, 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
Position Summary
The part-time, remote Performance Nutrition Coach provides 1:1 virtual nutrition coaching for student-athletes in the IMG Academy+ program, with potential group coaching responsibilities. They promote the value of ongoing nutrition support, deliver age- and developmentally appropriate, evidence-based guidance tailored to each athlete’s unique needs and goals, and design personalized fueling plans to help them safely achieve those goals. This position will manage a minimum caseload of 55 student athletes, each receiving coaching through 30-60-minute sessions. In addition, the role includes conducting monthly 20-minute parent sessions with the parents of each student athlete. The position requires completing relevant administrative tasks such as client communication, session scheduling, note-taking, and session tracking. Expected working hours will range from 15-20 hours per week, with the potential to exceed 20 hours as needed.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Availability for weekly sessions with all clients, being flexible to accommodate fluid schedules including nights and weekends in the service of individual clients or group delivery
Interest in providing expertise for product development meetings and feedback sessions
Registered Dietitian (RD)
State Licensure in state where you physically reside, if applicable
Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or Nutrition related field
Ability to comply with legislation where you reside in relation to Nutrition services and advice
Excellent communication, presentation, and motivational skills
Understanding of latest research in the field of nutrition
Experience building menu & catering needs for athletes to maximize athletic performance
Ability to understand rules of various sports governing bodies regarding restricted substances and supplements
Experience developing educational content (I.e. handouts, presentations) that appeals to a youth audience
Ability to deliver current knowledge in realistic and practical terms
Strong ability to connect with youth athletes of all age ranges
Perceived credibility as a subject matter expert in the field of Nutrition
Strong time management, adaptability and flexibility
Being open and responsive to feedback
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
Background Requirements
Requires a background check 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 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.
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