WHAT IS KIDSTRONG?
KidStrong is a science-based kids training program designed to help parents raise strong, confident, high-character kids. Our program focuses on character, physical and brain development through weekly 45-minute, age-based classes and at-home practice assigned in our KidStrong parent app. We help parents discover their child’s superpowers and build future-ready kids who are confident making friends running the playground and raising their hands high in the classroom. In other words… kids who will win at life!
KidStrong Acadiana is looking for talented, enthusiastic professionals who are passionate, energetic, and excited to engage with parents and kids and make an impact on their lives.
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!
Having flexibility for a part-time or full-time schedule
THE ROLE & SCHEDULE
We are looking for coaches with an athletic or coaching background who ideally have experience coaching kids ages walking to 11 years old
KidStrong Coach would focus on coaching children on brain, physical, and character development that stems from evolving monthly curriculum
Ideal candidate must also be comfortable speaking to parents/guardians regarding “the why” behind the KidStrong curriculum
Our classes run typically weekdays 9 am -11 am and evenings until 7 pm, and weekends are typically from 8 am through lunch/noon.
Opportunity for a flexible work schedule depending on studio needs.
Additional opportunity to increase scheduled hours through private party coaching hours.
Prior experience as a pediatric OT/PT is a plus, but not required!
COACH RESPONSIBILITIES
Coach class sizes of 6 to 15 children, age groups range from roughly 12 months old to 11 years old
Teach the KidStrong curriculum as provided by the HQ programming team
Must be able to ensure classes both start and end on schedule and follow the appropriate pace of curriculum
Greet students as well as the parent(s)/guardian(s) individually prior to and at beginning of class
Maintain a dynamic, fun, motivational, and professional demeanor when leading class
Demonstrate and manage the implementation of various exercises
Ensure cleanliness of the center including the lobby, bathrooms, and blue floors - this includes taking out the trash, sweeping and mopping, wiping down equipment, and sanitizing the mat at the end of a shift
Effectively use the KS Coach’s App to record class data and provide records of data for parents (attendance, awards, etc.)
Communicate professionally with co-workers in Slack, our company messaging system, including periodic checks of messages when not in centers
Complete trainings through FranConnect as required by the HQ Training and Certification team
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 working "hands-on" with kids to ensure proper technique and ensure student safety.
Assist parents of students, ages 3 and younger, with the direction and flow of a class
Attend monthly center staff programming meetings to receive training for next' month's curriculum
Attend additional mandatory staff meetings as required by KidStrong Director
Learn and manage Coach KidStrong Academy - special classes held by centers when local schools are not operating (for example: Winter Break, Summer Break)
Must obtain certified status by the HQ Training and Certification team
Attend monthly center staff programming meetings to receive training for next month’s curriculum
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
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 the KidStrong curriculum
Intermediate knowledge of physiology, exercise techniques, 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!
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to KidStrong Corporate.