TIDA Sports is a leading sports academy dedicated to nurturing young athletic talent and fostering a love for sports. We provide comprehensive coaching and training programs in various sports. Our mission is to empower athletes to reach their full potential through expert guidance and a supportive environment.
We are currently seeking a qualified Sports Psychologist who is passionate about working with children and adolescents and can engage both students and parents in the long-term value of sports participation.
Role Overview
The Sports Psychologist will play a pivotal role in supporting student-athletes across all sports disciplines by enhancing their mental well-being, performance, and personal development. This role also involves working closely with parents to help them understand the long-term benefits of sports participation, encouraging sustained engagement and retention in the academy.
Job Responsibilities
1. Mental Performance & Athlete Development
- Conduct one-on-one and group sessions with student-athletes to build mental skills (focus, confidence, motivation, resilience).
- Develop and deliver age-appropriate mental conditioning programs.
- Support athletes in coping with competition stress, performance anxiety, and balancing academics with sports.
2. Parent Engagement & Education
- Educate parents on the psychological benefits of regular sports participation for children, including discipline, teamwork, emotional regulation, and self-esteem.
- Organize parent seminars and workshops to address concerns and promote long-term commitment to sports programs.
- Act as a liaison between coaching staff and families to ensure a holistic support system for the child.
3. Athlete Retention & Long-Term Growth
- Identify mental roadblocks that may lead to student dropouts and implement early intervention strategies.
- Develop individual progress reports for student-athletes to share achievements and development areas with parents.
- Work with coaches to design inclusive, confidence-building environments to keep students engaged and motivated.
4. Cross-functional Collaboration
- Collaborate with coaches, physiotherapists, nutritionists, and educators to create comprehensive athlete development plans.
- Support in talent identification and development strategies from a psychological standpoint.
Key Qualifications
- Master’s in Sports Psychology or a related field.
- Minimum 2–3 years of experience working with children or adolescents in a sports or educational setting.
- Strong understanding of child and adolescent psychology.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, especially with parents and non-specialist audiences.
- Passion for sports and belief in its power to shape young lives
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From ₹20,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
