Childrens Coach

KidStrong; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Training & development

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

KidStrong is a private child development center focused on brain, physical & character development for ages walking through 11. The coach role involves leading engaging classes, following a monthly curriculum, and communicating with parents about progress.

Ideal candidates are energetic, CPR certified, and comfortable guiding both children and guardians. Flexible schedule supports part-time or full-time availability, with opportunities for additional hours through private sessions.

Qualifications

• Passion for working with children is non-negotiable.
• Prior experience coaching students within the KidStrong age range preferred.
• Experience speaking to and educating parents on the curriculum.
• Knowledge of physiology, exercise techniques, and body mechanics.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Coach classes of 6 to 15 children aged 12 months to 11 years.
• Teach the KidStrong curriculum as provided by HQ.
• Ensure classes start and end on schedule and follow curriculum pace.
• Greet students and parents at the start of class and maintain a positive demeanor.
• Demonstrate exercises and manage safe technique with kids.
• Maintain center cleanliness and safety, including equipment and floors.
• Record class data in the KS Coach’s App and share with parents.
• Communicate professionally with teammates via Slack.
• Complete HQ training and certification requirements.
• Work in a physically intensive environment and assist with equipment movement.

Skills

Passion for children

Coaching experience

Parental communication

Physiology knowledge

CPR trained

Education

CPR certified

Job description

What is KidStrong?

At KidStrong, we help parents build stronger, smarter, more athletic kids. KidStrong is a milestone accelerator for kids walking through 11 years old. We help parents discover their child’s superpowers and build future‑ready kids who are confident making friends running the playground and raising their hands high in the classroom. In other words kids who will win at life!

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Training & development
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

KidStrong Childrens Coach Perks And Benefits

• Joining a workplace where you can be part of a fun, energetic, and professional team that loves what they do!
• Coaching and mentoring children to make an impact on their lives!
• Teaching parents how to make their children smarter, stronger, and more confident!
• Having flexibility for a part-time or full-time schedule

The KidStrong Childrens Coach - Role And Schedule Details

• We are looking for a coach with athletic or coaching experience who ideally has experience coaching kids ages 12 months to 11 years old.
• KidStrong Coach would focus on coaching children on brain, physical, and character development that stems from the evolving monthly curriculum.
• The ideal candidate must also be comfortable speaking to parents/guardians regarding “the why” behind the KidStrong curriculum.
• Our classes run typically weekdays, 9 am -11 am and evenings until 7 pm, and weekends are typically from 8 am through lunch/noon.
• Opportunity for a flexible work schedule depending on studio needs.
• Additional opportunity to increase scheduled hours through private party coaching hours.
• Prior experience as a pediatric OT/PT is a plus but not required.

Kidstrong Childrens Coach Responsibilities

• Coach class sizes of 6 to 15 children, age groups range from roughly 12 months old to 11 years old.
• Teach the KidStrong curriculum as provided by the HQ programming team.
• Must be able to ensure classes both start and end on schedule and follow the appropriate pace of curriculum.
• Greet students as well as the parent(s)/guardian(s) individually prior to and at the beginning of class.
• Maintain a dynamic, fun, motivational, and professional demeanor when leading the class.
• Demonstrate and manage the implementation of various exercises.
• Ensure cleanliness of the center, including the lobby, bathrooms, and blue floors - this includes taking out the trash, sweeping and mopping, wiping down equipment, and sanitizing the mat at the end of a shift.
• Effectively use the KS Coach’s App to record class data and provide records of data for parents (attendance, awards, etc.).
• Communicate professionally with co‑workers in Slack, our company messaging system, including periodic checks of messages when not in centers.
• Complete training through FranConnect as required by the HQ Training and Certification team.
• Must be able to work in a physically intensive environment - coaches may cover multiple miles in a shift moving through class, lifting and repeatedly moving equipment up to 25 pounds in weight.
• Must be comfortable working “hands‑on” with kids to ensure proper technique and ensure student safety.
• Assist parents of students ages three and younger with the direction and flow of a class.
• Attend monthly center staff programming meetings to receive training for next month’s curriculum.
• Attend additional mandatory staff meetings as required by the KidStrong Director.
• Learn and manage Coach KidStrong Academy – special classes held by centers when local schools are not operating (for example Winter Break, Summer Break).
• Must obtain certified status by the HQ Training and Certification team.

KidStrong Childrens Coach Qualifications

• Passion for working with children is non‑negotiable!
• Prior experience coaching students within the appropriate KidStrong age is preferred.
• Prior experience speaking to and educating parents on the KidStrong curriculum.
• Intermediate knowledge of physiology, exercise techniques, and body mechanics.
• CPR certified.
• Positive, motivating, and effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Self‑starter who just gets a job done.
• If you enjoy the spotlight, this position was meant for you!

Compensation: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour

KidStrong is a private child development training center focused on brain, physical & character development for ages walking through 11 years old. KidStrong offers a science‑based curriculum that is parent‑focused and taught by professionals.

Our People

• Want to work with great people
• Want personal and professional growth
• Want to make an impact

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to KidStrong Corporate.