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Residential Mentor & Character Coach

Bradenton, FL ยท On-site

$14.50 - $17/hr

... and Character Coach is responsible for monitoring and overseeing the day-to-day routines and schedules of our student-athletes and the residence halls promoting a safe, secure, and healthy ...

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Residential Mentor & Character Coach

Bradenton, FL ยท On-site

$17 - $23/hr

... and Character Coach is responsible for monitoring and overseeing the day-to-day routines and schedules of our student-athletes and the residence halls promoting a safe, secure, and healthy ...

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Chick-fil-A Shift Leader

Williamsport, PA ยท On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Leadership or restaurant experience is preferred, but character, coach-ability, and leadership potential matter most.*** Benefits & Perks * $17-19 per hour * 100% free college tuition through the ...

Career Coach

Bowling Green, KY ยท On-site

$18.50 - $25/hr

Successful candidates must be able to handle an ever-changing environment and demonstrate flexibility, strength in character, coaching knowledge, and consistently deliver a willingness to help in any ...

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Career Coach

Louisville, KY ยท On-site

$40K/yr

Successful candidates must be able to handle an ever-changing environment and demonstrate flexibility, strength in character, coaching knowledge, and consistently deliver a willingness to help in any ...

Career Coach

Bowling Green, KY ยท On-site

$18.50 - $25/hr

Successful candidates must be able to handle an ever-changing environment and demonstrate flexibility, strength in character, coaching knowledge, and consistently deliver a willingness to help in any ...

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Athletic Performance Coach

Cary, NC ยท On-site

$18 - $28/hr

Exhibiting passion, expertise, high energy, a positive and motivating attitude and strong character * Coaching group workouts, personal training, and teams * Assessing and aligning each member with ...

Responsibilities include but not limited to assisting Huddle Coaches and student leaders with school huddles, serving as Character Coach to various sports teams, assisting the local office with day ...

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How much do character coach jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for character coach in the United States is $19.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a character coach?

A Character Coach is a professional who helps individuals, especially athletes or students, develop positive character traits such as integrity, responsibility, and teamwork. They work to instill values, support personal growth, and often collaborate with coaches, teachers, or organizations to create a positive culture. Character Coaches may lead workshops, provide one-on-one mentoring, and design programs that focus on social and emotional learning. Their goal is to help people become well-rounded individuals both on and off the field.

What are some common challenges a character coach faces when working with diverse groups of students or athletes?

Character Coaches often encounter the challenge of addressing varying backgrounds, values, and personalities within a group. Fostering trust and open communication is key, as individuals may respond differently to feedback or character-building exercises. Successfully navigating these differences requires adaptability and strong interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to create inclusive programs that resonate with everyone. Working closely with other staff, such as teachers or athletic coaches, also helps ensure consistent messaging and support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a character coach, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Character Coach, you need a background in psychology, education, or counseling, along with expertise in character development frameworks and youth mentorship. Familiarity with assessment tools, curriculum design software, and certification in coaching or counseling is often required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, empathy, and motivational abilities help build trust and inspire growth in clients or students. These skills and qualifications are essential for effectively guiding individuals in developing positive values and resilient mindsets.

What is the difference between Character Coach vs Acting Coach?

AspectCharacter CoachActing Coach
CredentialsOften requires acting or theater background, certifications varyTypically requires acting experience, acting coaching certifications
Work EnvironmentFilm, TV, theater productions, training actors for specific rolesTheater companies, film sets, acting schools, individual coaching
Industry UsageUsed in entertainment industry to develop character authenticityUsed broadly in acting training, auditions, performance improvement

While both roles focus on improving performance, a Character Coach specializes in helping actors develop specific character traits and authenticity for roles, often working closely on character backstory and mannerisms. An Acting Coach provides broader acting technique training, focusing on overall performance skills. The two roles often overlap but serve different primary purposes within the entertainment industry.

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Infographic showing various Character Coach job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 75% In-person, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,970 per year, or $19.7 per hour.

Residential Mentor & Character Coach

AEG

Bradenton, FL โ€ข On-site

$14.50 - $17/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 2 days ago

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Job description

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 Academy
IMG Academy is the world's leading sports education brand, providing a holistic education model that empowers student-athletes to win their future while preparing them for college and for life. IMG Academy has been nationally recognized by organizations including Sports Business Journal, USA Today, and the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For for its workplace culture, innovation, and commitment to developing people both on and off the field.
IMG Academy provides growth opportunities for student-athletes and partners through an innovative suite of on-campus and online experiences:
  • Boarding school and camps, delivered on a state-of-the-art campus in Bradenton, Florida
  • Online coaching through IMG Academy+, focused on personal development through the lens of sport and performance
  • Online college recruiting through NCSA College Recruiting and SportsRecruits, providing industry-leading recruiting education, tools, and access to a network of more than 40,000 college coaches for student-athletes, families, club coaches, and event operators
  • Elevate by IMG Academy, a performance and personal development solution that delivers mindset, leadership, and wellbeing programming to schools, colleges, and organizations through a combination of digital content and immersive experiences

The Residential Mentor and Character Coach is responsible for monitoring and overseeing the day-to-day routines and schedules of our student-athletes and the residence halls promoting a safe, secure, and healthy environment for their development. This person will be assigned to a specific wing and will be the primary person responsible for parent communication for those student-athletes.
Position Responsibilities
  • Serve as a responsible, adult presence in the dorm. Actively supervise, engage with, and promote social growth and inclusion among students.
  • Oversee and maintain assigned wing and residence hall, including room checks and headcount.
  • Promote and maintaining a safe, secure, and healthy living environment
  • Enforce policies and procedures ensuring that the student-athlete code of conduct is being maintained
  • Participate and follow up on recreational, educational, and cultural programs for student-athletes
  • Design and implement residence hall programs each semester
  • Assist student-athletes with multicultural development, learning, character building, community development, and personal well-being
  • Work collaboratively to create and administer a Residential Life Curriculum.
  • Be aware of student-athletes' daily schedules
  • Prioritize and manage multiple projects, diligently track and meet deadlines that affect student life
  • Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and business ethic codes
  • Other duties as assigned

Operations
  • Monitor students in dorms and throughout campus, including wake up and curfew times
  • Perform regular walkthroughs and inspections of the residence halls working with maintenance, accommodations, and other departments to coordinate and direct upkeep requests
  • Coordinate with safety and security staff to ensure the security of students and residence halls
  • Assist with housing process including check in/out, early arrivals and opening/closing of residence halls
  • Attend and contribute to department meetings
  • Lead scheduled floor meetings
  • Attend and contribute to general planning for Academy and summer camp programs
  • Attend and participate staff trainings

Communication
  • Serve as primary contact for parents/guardians regarding dorm life by communicating openly and regularly with parents/guardians
  • Assist with orientation and acclimation of student-athletes to student life
  • Keep detailed notes and daily activity reports
  • Collaborate with departments including sports, academics, health services for student-athlete's development
  • Communicate and follow up on conduct expectations of all student-athletes
  • Communicate and enforce appropriate disciplinary actions for violations
  • Collaborate and communicate emergency response and crisis management plans for various situations including weather, lockdown, student illness, injury, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS
Required Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Education, Child Psychology or related area

Required Skills and Abilities
  • Must possess good judgment and sensitivity relating to students of various backgrounds
  • Ability to handle challenging situations professionally and with sensitivity
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent guest service skills
  • Highly organized with the ability to juggle and prioritize multiple projects effectively
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced organization
  • A superior work ethic
  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues

Preferred Qualifications and Skills
  • At least 1 year experience working with students grades 6 through 12
  • Master's degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology or related area
  • Experience in education, sports or related area
  • Experience as a collegiate athlete
  • Experience with residential life in a boarding school environment and/or summer camps
  • Experience in counseling, crisis response, and mediation
  • Experience in a high-pressure, academic/performance setting
  • First Aid and CPR Certification
  • Proficient with computers and computer systems
  • Bilingual

Physical Demands and Work Environment
  • Ability to lift, move, push and pull equipment or boxes in excess of 40lbs.
  • Must be able to move around residence hall, including stairs
  • Ability to spend long periods of time on their feet, walking, standing, etc.
  • Ability to work dynamic schedule based on operational needs is required, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Background Requirements:
  • Requires a background check upon offer
  • Requires a drug test upon offer

This position requires a Florida Level 2 Background Screening. Learn more about the screening process and requirements by visiting the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Education & Awareness website: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.
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!
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.
Get to know us better: www.imgacademy.com www.imgacademy.com/careers
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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About AEG

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Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Saint Louis, MO, US

Year founded

1992