Lead Coach

ZIPPY SQUIRRELS; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Training & development

Flexible hours

Great pay

Valuable work experience

Increased social opportunities

Job summary

ZIPPY SQUIRRELS is looking for a Lead Coach to oversee children's fitness classes in Bellevue, WA. This energetic role involves leading sessions for kids aged 3 to 12, ensuring their safety and engagement while mentoring Assistant Coaches.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in youth fitness, strong leadership skills, and a passion for inspiring children. CPR/First Aid certification is required, and a positive, dynamic personality is essential to create a motivating environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading youth fitness or group activity programs.
• Strong leadership and group-management skills.
• Ability to motivate children in high-energy settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging fitness classes for children ages 3–12.
• Mentor Assistant Coaches and provide constructive feedback.
• Ensure classes adhere to safety protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Group management

Motivation

Knowledge of fitness principles

Education

CPR/First Aid certification

NASM or ACE Certification

Job description

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Paid time off
• Training & development

• Leadership role
• Flexible hours
• Great pay
• Valuable work experience
• Increased social opportunities

Job Summary

The Lead Coach is the primary instructor responsible for delivering fun, high‑quality sessions. This role oversees class execution, ensures safety, mentors assistant coaches, and creates an environment where kids build confidence, strength, and a love for movement. The position calls for an energetic, organized leader who can inspire both kids and staff.

Responsibilities

1. Class Leadership & Elite Instruction

   • Primary Instruction: Lead engaging fitness classes for children ages 3–12 with unmatched enthusiasm and professionalism.
   • Technique Mastery: Demonstrate proper form, technique, and safe movement patterns flawlessly.
   • Curriculum Delivery: Deliver structured lesson plans dynamically, adapting activities on the fly to suit different ages, skill levels, and group dynamics.
   • Engagement: Keep kids focused, motivated, and supported using positive reinforcement and inclusive coaching strategies.
   • Class Management: Command the room by managing class flow, transitions, and activity stations for smooth, seamless sessions.

2. Team Leadership & Staff Development

   • Mentorship: Act as the direct mentor and guide for Assistant Coaches during sessions, modeling excellent coaching behaviors.
   • Delegation: Delegate tasks effectively, including equipment setup, cleanup, and targeted instructional assistance.
   • Feedback: Provide constructive, real‑time feedback to assistant staff to support their professional growth and ensure coaching consistency.
   • Onboarding: Help train new coaches on curriculum execution, safety standards, and the core Zippy Squirrels philosophy.

3. Safety, Supervision & Behavior Management

   • Risk Management: Ensure all classes strictly adhere to company safety protocols and youth fitness best practices.
   • Vigilance: Monitor equipment integrity, facility spacing, and child behavior to maintain a zero‑accident environment.
   • Positive Discipline: Address behavioral challenges calmly and constructively, using positive discipline and redirection strategies.
   • Incident Response: Respond to minor injuries or incidents immediately, providing care and completing all required documentation accurately.

4. Program Execution & Quality Control

   • Brand Standards: Guarantee that every class meets the high-quality benchmarks, structure, and energetic standards of the Zippy Squirrels brand.
   • Curriculum Development: Assist management in developing, testing, or refining lesson plans, themes, and class formats.
   • Operational Support: Support scheduling, program planning, and overall operational logistics as directed by management.

Qualifications

• Experience leading youth fitness, sports, or group activity programs.
• Strong leadership, communication, and group‑management skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire children in a high‑energy setting.
• Knowledge of basic fitness principles and safe movement patterns.
• CPR/First Aid certification required.
• NASM or ACE Certification preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of physiology, exercise technique, and body mechanics is preferred but not required.
• Reliable, organized, and confident in managing groups of children.