Children's Coach

About KidStrong

KidStrong is a child development program designed to help families raise stronger, smarter, and more athletic children. The focus is on helping kids from walking age through 11 years old build confidence, independence, and the skills they need to thrive at school, on the playground, and in everyday life.

KidStrong McDonough is growing quickly and is seeking an energetic, enthusiastic Children's Coach who enjoys working with both kids and parents and wants to make a meaningful difference.

Perks and Benefits

• Be part of a lively, professional team that enjoys the work they do.
• Get the chance to coach and mentor children in a way that positively shapes their lives.
• Help parents understand how to support their children’s strength, intelligence, and confidence.
• Flexible scheduling options for part-time or full-time availability.

Role and Schedule Details

• This role is best suited to someone with athletic or coaching experience, ideally including work with children from 12 months to 11 years old.
• You will lead classes that support brain, physical, and character development using a monthly curriculum.
• You should feel comfortable explaining the reasoning behind the curriculum to parents and guardians.
• Classes usually take place on weekdays from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM and in the evenings until 7:00 PM.
• Weekend classes generally run from 8:00 AM through noon.
• Scheduling may be flexible depending on studio requirements.
• There may be extra hours available through private party coaching.
• Experience as a pediatric OT/PT is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead small classes of 6 to 15 children, generally ranging in age from 12 months to 11 years.
• Deliver the KidStrong curriculum as directed by the headquarters programming team.
• Keep classes on time and maintain the intended pace of the lesson plan.
• Welcome children and their parents or guardians individually before class begins and at the start of class.
• Maintain an upbeat, motivating, and professional energy throughout the session.
• Demonstrate exercises and guide children through them safely.
• Keep the center clean, including the lobby, bathrooms, and flooring; this includes trash removal, sweeping, mopping, wiping equipment, and sanitizing mats at the end of a shift.
• Use the coach app to log class information and share records such as attendance and awards with parents.
• Communicate professionally with teammates through Slack and check messages periodically when away from the center.
• Complete required training through FranConnect.
• Work in a physically active setting that may involve covering multiple miles per shift and lifting or moving equipment up to 25 pounds.
• Provide hands-on support to children when needed to maintain technique and safety.
• Help parents of children age three and under with class direction and flow.
• Attend monthly programming meetings to learn the next month’s curriculum.
• Attend additional mandatory staff meetings when requested by the director.
• Learn and run Coach KidStrong Academy sessions held during school breaks such as winter break and summer break.
• Obtain certified status through the headquarters training and certification team.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for working with children is essential.
• Previous coaching experience with children in the relevant age range is preferred.
• Experience speaking with and educating parents about the program is preferred.
• Intermediate understanding of physiology, exercise methods, and body mechanics.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills with a positive and motivating style.
• Self-directed and able to complete tasks independently.
• Comfortable being in the spotlight and leading groups.

Compensation

Pay is listed at $13.00 to $25.00 per hour.

Additional Information

This is a privately owned franchise location. Applications are reviewed by the franchisee, and all employment decisions are made by the local franchise management team. Employment-related questions should be directed to the franchise location rather than the corporate office.