KidStrong Coach

kidstrongcareers; Mandeville (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company parties

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Advancement opportunities

Training & development

Job summary

KidStrong in Louisiana is seeking coaches to guide weekly 45-minute sessions focused on cognitive, physical, and character development for children from walking age up to 11 years old. You will communicate the rationale behind the curriculum to parents and guardians, guiding them on progress and expectations.

Ideal candidates have athletic or coaching backgrounds, CPR certification, and enjoy engaging with kids and families.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 or older.
• 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 KidStrong curriculum
• Intermediate knowledge of physiology, exercise technique, 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!

Responsibilities

• Coach children on cognitive, physical and character development from walking to 11 years old.
• Speak with parents/guardians about the KidStrong curriculum rationale.
• Lead classes during scheduled shifts on weekdays and weekends.
• Maintain a safe, energetic, and professional coaching environment.

Skills

Coaching experience

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Child development

CPR certified

Job description

Benefits:

• Company parties
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

WHAT IS KIDSTRONG?

KidStrong is a science-based kids training program that builds strong, confident, high-character kids. We do this in weekly, 45 minute developmentally-appropriate classes. Each class includes unique science-based fitness games led by highly trained, kid-focused coaches.

PERKS!

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!

ROLE & SCHEDULE

We are looking for individuals with an athletic or coaching background who ideally have experience coaching kids ages walking - 11 years old. The KidStrong Coach would focus on coaching children on cognitive, physical and character development that stems from evolving weekly curriculum. The ideal candidate must also be comfortable speaking to parents/guardians regarding “the why” behind KidStrong curriculum. Our classes run weekdays 9am-11am and evenings until 7pm. On weekends we start at 9AM and run through lunch time. Additional opportunity to increase scheduled hours through private party and camp coaching hours. Prior experience as a pediatric OT/PT is a plus, but not required!

CURRENT SHIFT OPENINGS:

Candidate must be available or open to work some or all of the following shifts to be considered:

• - Weekday evenings: 3:45pm-7:30pm
• - Saturday: 8:45am-1:30pm, 3:30-5:30pm (as needed for parties), 5:30pm-7:30pm (as needed for parties)
• - Sunday: 8:45am-1:15

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 18 or older
• 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 KidStrong curriculum
• Intermediate knowledge of physiology, exercise technique, 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!