VIA Lead, Summer 2026

Bradenton, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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About IMG Academy
Named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation in 2024 IMG Academy is the worlds leading sports education brand providing aholistic 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 aninnovative suite of on-campus and online experiences:

Boarding school and camps via a state-of-the-art campus in Bradenton Fla.
Online coachingvia the IMG Academy brand with a focus on personal development through the lens of sport and performance
Online college recruiting via the NCSA brandproviding content tools coaching and access to a network of 40000 college coaches

The VIA (Very Important Ascenders) Lead is responsible for the overall leadership organization and supervision of IMG Academys VIA Program for campers ages 810. This position oversees all aspects of VIA camper life including daily operations programming scheduling incident management and camper/family communications. The VIA Manager ensures a nurturing structured and safe environment that allows the youngest campers to thrive socially emotionally and physically while experiencing the IMG Academy standard of excellence. This role reports directly to the Student Life Head of Camp.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Oversight

Provide daily leadership and supervision of the VIA Program.
Oversee VIA dorm operations ensuring consistent supervision structure and camper safety.
Supervise VIA staff and manage scheduling mentorship and coverage.
Uphold IMG Academys policies standards and behavioral expectations throughout the program.

Program Development & Coordination

Develop and implement engaging age-appropriate programming for 810-year-old campers.
Coordinate with Student Engagement Housing and Sports Directors to align athletic educational and recreational activities.
Manage daily schedules including rest times activities and special events tailored to younger campers.
Support planning and supervision of special events themed nights and campus activities.

Camper Experience & Family Engagement

Ensure all VIA campers feel supported included and safe within their dorm and activity environments.
Communicate regularly with parents and guardians to provide updates resolve issues and highlight camper achievements.
Manage the VIA check-in check-out and daily sign-in procedures.
Serve as the main point of contact for VIA families during their campers stay.

Staff Development & Supervision

Supervise VIA mentors counselors and support staff.
Provide coaching feedback and ongoing training to maintain excellence and consistency.
Promote a positive inclusive and team-oriented work culture among staff.

Safety Accountability & Incident Management

Oversee and manage camper-related incidents behavior issues and emergencies.
Partner with Campus Safety Health Services and Student Life leadership to ensure adherence to IMG safety protocols.
Maintain accurate documentation of incidents attendance and staff performance.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Education Recreation Child Development or related field required (Masters preferred).
Minimum 35 years of experience working in youth programming residential life or camp management.
Experience managing or working with children ages 810 strongly preferred.
Proven track record of supervising staff and creating child-centered programming.

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong leadership communication and organizational skills.
Ability to connect with young campers and foster a nurturing environment.
Skilled in conflict resolution behavioral guidance and risk management.
Excellent collaboration skills with families staff and leadership teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and camp management systems.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Requires evening weekend and extended hours during camp season.
Must be highly visible accessible and engaged with campers and staff.
Ability to work in a residential fast-paced and high-energy camp environment.

Background Requirements:

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

Benefits:
As a full-time member of our team you will enjoy a comprehensive offering listed below. Connect with your talent acquisition specialist to learn more about benefits for our part-time and seasonal/temporary roles.

Comprehensive Medical Dental and Vision
Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options
401k with an Employer Match
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Group and Supplemental Life & AD&D
Gym Discount Program
Pet Insurance
Wellbeing Program
and more!

Dont meet every single requirement We are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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.

Get to know us better:

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.

In order to be considered for this role after clicking Apply Now above and being redirected you must fully complete the application process on the follow-up screen.About IMG AcademyNamed one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation in 2024 IMG Academy is the worlds leading sport...