Sports Mentor

About This Role

This role is for former elite-level athletes to mentor high-potential student-athletes and facilitate daily motivational programming at the Texas Sports Academy. The mentor will teach essential life competencies through athletic principles, monitoring student development and maintaining rigorous expectations.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate daily morning sessions designed to motivate and focus student-athletes for the day
• Conduct individual motivational coaching tied to academic achievement and personal development
• Deliver life skill development workshops through storytelling, guided reflection, and active engagement
• Direct afternoon athletic training sessions focused on resilience, collaboration, and personal accountability
• Monitor student development and maintain rigorous expectations for both mindset and execution

Requirements

• Former elite-level athlete (Olympic competitor, World Championship competitor, professional athlete from the NFL, NBA, MLB, MLS, or NHL, or NCAA Division I All-American)
• Bachelor's degree in any discipline
• Documented experience leveraging sport as a vehicle for mentoring and teaching life skills
• Proven ability to lead and motivate within athletic, educational, or professional contexts
• Authorization to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship
• Willingness to reside in or relocate to Austin, TX

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline

Benefits