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IMG Academy, LLC

College Counselor

IMG Academy, LLC, Bradenton, Florida, United States, 34205


About IMG AcademyNamed by Sports Business Journal as one of the

Best Places to Work in Sports

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.The College Counselor is responsible for successful college placement of IMG Student Athletes by creating a resource-rich, educational, communicative environment with an annual track record of achievement.Position ResponsibilitiesProactively meet with Student Athletes, parents, coaches, and/or school, individually and in groups, to talk about and process individual college choices in a highly competitive environment.Actively cultivate and maintain a network of colleges and universities to continually expand our collegiate relationships including trends in college placement, higher education, testing, and compliance.Provide resources so that families can make the best possible choices for their students.Create a calendar and schedule college workshops and information sessions including college visits, essay writing workshops, and scholarship information sessions.Prepare reports and analyze data on college acceptance statistics and scholarships received by students.Maintain detailed senior class records for all students including college application information, scholarships applied, college acceptance, and scholarships received.Create and maintain a tracking system for students after they graduate from IMG Academy including admission decisions and statistics.Partner with internal resources including coaches, registrar, admissions, etc., diligently following up to ensure that our student-athletes are on track for successful placement.Update and maintain all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies, and school regulations.Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with students, parents, coaches, teachers, and other professionals on a regular basis.Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and community promoting a positive environment.Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and business ethic codes.Other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesBachelor’s Degree in relevant subject area or equivalent experience in a related field.Knowledge of colleges, academic programs, admissions policies, and financial aid procedures.Strong understanding of NCAA and other governing regulations that pertain to student-athlete college placement.Commitment to educate and inform students and parents about colleges and the admissions process.Experience with MS Office Suite.Ability to work with international students.Preferred SkillsStrong connections with colleges.Master’s degree in relevant subject area.Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentAbility 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.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 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.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.

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