Coach / Instructor / Trainer @ KidStrong

About the role

A KidStrong Coach is the heartbeat of the center. This role requires the ability to lead high-energy, physically intensive classes for children ages 15 months to 11 years, follow a structured curriculum, support families, maintain operational standards, and execute all tasks necessary for delivering an exceptional member experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver KidStrong’s brain, physical, and character development curriculum for all age groups (15 months–11 years).
• Maintain high energy, motivation, and clear communication throughout every class.
• Understand and articulate the “why” behind curriculum elements to parents and children.
• Ensure classes start and end on time and follow correct pacing.
• Demonstrate proper movement patterns, physical techniques, and developmental activities.
• Provide hands-on physical guidance to children to ensure safety and form.
• Record attendance, awards, and progress data in the KidStrong Coaches App accurately and timely.
• Walk and/or jog multiple miles per shift while moving around the training floor.
• Frequently lift, carry, and move equipment up to 25–50 lbs throughout each shift.
• Bend, squat, kneel, rotate, jump, and move dynamically for extended periods.
• Physically assist children (including toddlers) in balance, climbing, jumping, tumbling, and other activities.
• Maintain energy, alertness, and clear communication for all classes.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and hazard-free training floor at all times.
• Actively supervise 15–30 children in a fast-moving class environment.
• Ensure proper spacing, spotting, and safety practices.
• Respond to injuries or incidents according to training and CPR/AED certification.
• Engage positively with parents before, during, and after class.
• Communicate children’s progress, milestones, or concerns clearly and professionally.
• Support front-desk operations when needed (check-ins, parent questions, membership awareness).
• Maintain consistent Slack communication, including reading messages when not physically in the center.
• Arrive to shifts on time, in uniform, prepared to work.
• Work required evenings and weekends.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings, trainings, and certification sessions.
• Complete all KidStrong required learning modules (LearnUpon, certification renewals).
• Demonstrate strong teamwork, low-ego / coachable mindset, and ability to take direction.

Qualifications

• 1+ year coaching/teaching experience or equivalent child-facing experience.
• Strong communication and public-speaking skills.
• Ability to lead large groups of children confidently.
• CPR/AED certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days).
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and camps.
• Ability to complete and maintain KidStrong Coach Certification.
• Proficiency in technology platforms (Slack, KidStrong apps, basic mobile tools).
• Ability to consistently meet physical demands described above.

Benefits

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

Pay

$18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Schedule

Part-Time or Full-Time, Hourly