KidStrong Coach

Job Description

Job Description

A KidStrong Coach is the heartbeat of our center, delivering engaging and effective classes to kids from walking age up to 11 years old. This role requires a dynamic individual who is passionate about working with children and can maintain a fun, high-energy environment while ensuring safety and developmental progress.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

COACHING

• Coach students by delivering an evolving curriculum that focuses on Brain, Physical, and Character development approximately 24 hours a week.

• Achieve Coach Certification through the HQ Training and Certification team.

• Understand the "why" behind the KidStrong curriculum and be able to clearly and concisely communicate it.

• Coach classes for students with age groups ranging from walking to 11 years old.

• Create positive interactions with students and families before, during, and after class.

• Maintain dynamic, fun, and motivation. and professional demeanor when leading the class.

• Demonstrate and manage the implementation of various programming and curriculum elements.

• Use the KS Coaches App to record data and provide data (attendance, awards, etc.).

• Communicate professionally with co-workers in Slack, including periodic checks of messages when not in centers.

• Must be able to ensure classes both start and end on schedule and follow the appropriate pace of curriculum.

• 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 physically working with kids to ensure proper technique and ensure student safety.

• Assisting parents of students, ages 3 and younger, with the direction and flow of a class.

• Complete virtual training as required by the GM and/or HQ Training and Certification team.

• Attend additional mandatory staff meetings as required by the GM.

LEADERSHIP

• Connect with families of the center and find ways to proactively keep them engaged with KidStrong. 

CENTER OPERATIONS

• Build and maintain relationships with KidStrong families to align with our core values.

• Assist in the execution of community events as necessary.

• Daily, Weekly, and Monthly cleaning and maintenance of the center.

• Provide excellent customer service to families and handle their needs when in the center.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Passion for working with children is non-negotiable

• Athletic or coaching background with experience working with or coaching kids ages 15 months - 11 years old

• Comfortable speaking to parents/guardians regarding a variety of topics

• Intermediate knowledge of physiology, exercise techniques, and body mechanics

• Self-starter who just gets the job done

• Enjoy the spotlight, excel in coaching and mentoring

Sphere of Interaction

A KidStrong Coach will work closely with center team members and families.

DNA/COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Passionate

• Stays focused on the KidStrong Goals.

• Goal-oriented and high-performing.

Command Presence

• Upholds KidStrong Values; creates a vision for others.

Teacher

• Communicate and ensure the transfer of knowledge.

Professional

• Approaches others in a tactful manner

• Reacts well under pressure

• Treats others with respect and consideration

• Accepts responsibility for own actions

• Follows through on commitments.

Performer

• Engaging, Fun, Likable

• High Energy, Clear & Easy to Understand

Mentor

• Develops and nurtures relationships

• Focuses on developing self and others

Oral Communication

• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations

• Responds well to questions; Listens and gets clarification

• Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Written Communication

• Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar

• Varies writing style to meet needs

• Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork

• Balances team and individual responsibilities

• Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views

• Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

• Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives

Coachable/Low Ego Mindset

• Gives and welcomes feedback.

• Encourages exploring of different perspectives to reach common goals and objectives

• Has a growth mindset; Sees every opportunity as one to learn from.

Adaptability

• Comfortable calling an audible; continuing or adjusting the play after the audible is called.

• Embraces innovation and a quickly changing landscape. Best Idea Wins!