KidStrong Coach

Reports To: General Manager / Assistant General Manager

Compensation: Hourly, non-exempt

Schedule: Part-time or full-time. Weekday mid-mornings and evenings; weekends from morning through mid-afternoon; camp weeks when local schools are out. Updated: October 2026

Position Overview: KidStrong builds confident, high-character kids — and the coach is the product. Coaches deliver a 45-minute, science-based, coach-led class that develops the whole child — brain, body, and character — for kids walking through 11 years old, with the energy and warmth of someone who would want their own kid in the room. Roles on the FloorEvery class runs with a Point Coach and a Rover Coach. Coaches are trained and certified in both and rotate between them. Some shifts are Lobby shifts. Point Coach — runs the class Owns the clock: classes start and end on time; blocks are trimmed or extended to stay on pace. Teaches the brain slides with confidence; creates teaching moments, not just readings. Big celebrations, voice inflection, and names — every kid feels seen. Checks in with the Rover Coach before ending a block. Completes the After-Action Report (AAR) for the class. Rover Coach — makes the Point Coach great Echoes and hypes the Point Coach while staying hands-on: correcting technique and keeping kids safe. Sets up and transitions equipment, including solo set-ups during transitional activities. Holds the Point Coach accountable on timing; initiates communication. Owns class operations: final attendance during warm-up, awards during the course, and waiver/document photos when missing. Lobby Coach / Front Desk — the first and last impression Greets every family by name; checks in, answers questions, books trials, and speaks confidently about the program. Keeps the lobby and center clean and on-brand. Supports GloFox member tasks and daily admin as assigned. Mentor — every coach, every class Has fun questions, jokes, or one-liners ready before class; asks parents about life outside KidStrong. Gives families one takeaway per class to work on at home.

Responsibilities: Coach ages 15 months–11 years with the current week's programming; understand the "why" behind the curriculum and explain it to parents in one sentence. Create positive interactions with students and families before, during, and after class; maintain a dynamic, fun, motivational, and professional demeanor. Record attendance, awards, and progress in the KS Coach App. Read and react to the daily Shift Operations Report (SOR) in the center's Slack channel; post AARs as assigned. Maintain daily and weekly cleaning and equipment checklists. Communicate professionally in Slack; check messages before shifts. Complete required KidStrong University modules before training and on an ongoing basis. Coach special events (Parents' Night Out, birthday parties, camps) when scheduled.

Physical Requirements: This is a physically intensive role: coaches cover multiple miles per shift, lift and repeatedly move equipment up to 25 pounds, demonstrate movements, and physically spot kids to ensure proper technique and safety.

Qualifications: Passion for working with kids is non-negotiable. Athletic, coaching, teaching, or pediatric OT/PT background preferred. Comfortable talking to parents. Reliable, on time, and a self-starter. CPR certified (or within 30 days of hire).Must pass a background check and achieve KidStrong Coach Certification. Growth PathCoach → Coach Lead → Assistant General Manager → General Manager → Regional General Manager.