Part Time Sports Performance Coach

The Physical Therapy Institute; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The Physical Therapy Institute in Lees Summit, MO is seeking a part-time Sports Performance Coach to lead sport-specific training, speed and agility development, and strength and conditioning across field and weight room settings.

You will work with youth to professional athletes in private sessions, small groups, and team training, while collaborating with therapists and maintaining a high-energy, professional training environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or related field.
• CPT with at least 1 year experience.
• CSCS certification.
• Current college student seeking internship hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead and assist sport-specific performance training sessions.
• Coach speed, agility, movement mechanics, and strength training.
• Work with athletes of varying ages and skill levels.
• Assist with private training, small groups, and large team sessions.
• Support adult fitness classes and personal training clients.
• Maintain facility cleanliness and organization.
• Collaborate with physical therapists and physical therapy assistants.
• Assist with rehabilitation and return-to-sport training when needed.
• Create a positive, high-energy, and professional training atmosphere.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Motivation

Positive attitude

Athlete experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or related field

Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

Current college student seeking internship hours

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and energetic Sports Performance Coach to join our team. This role will involve leading and assisting athletes through sport-specific movement training, speed and agility development, and strength & conditioning programs in both field and weight room settings.

Our clientele ranges from youth athletes to high school, collegiate, and professional athletes. Coaches must be comfortable working in a variety of training environments including private sessions, small groups, and large team training settings.

This position will also include involvement with adult fitness programming and one-on-one personal training opportunities.

In addition, coaches will help maintain a clean, organized, and professional training environment while collaborating alongside experienced physical therapists and physical therapy assistants. This role offers valuable hands‑on learning opportunities within sports rehabilitation and return‑to‑play training environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and assist sport‑specific performance training sessions
• Coach speed, agility, movement mechanics, and strength training
• Work with athletes of varying ages and skill levels
• Assist with private training, small groups, and large team sessions
• Support adult fitness classes and personal training clients
• Maintain facility cleanliness and organization
• Collaborate with physical therapists and physical therapy assistants
• Assist with rehabilitation and return‑to‑sport training when needed
• Create a positive, high‑energy, and professional training atmosphere

Schedule Availability

• Part‑time position
• 3–4 hour shifts
• Weekday mornings
• Weekday afternoons/evenings

Qualifications

Candidates must meet at least one of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or related field
• Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) with a minimum of 1 year experience
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
• Current college student seeking internship hours in a related field

Preferred Qualities

• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Passion for athletic development and performance training
• Ability to motivate athletes in both individual and group settings
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Experience working with athletes is preferred

• Job Location: MO Lees Summit North - Lees Summit, MO 64064
• Position Type: Part‑Time
• Education Level: 4 Year Degree
• Job Category: Health Care