KidStrong Edmonds Coach/ Mentor

Benefits :

• Company parties
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Training & development

WHAT IS KIDSTRONG?

At KidStrong, we help parents build stronger, smarter, more athletic kids. KidStrong is a milestone accelerator for kids walking through 11 years old.

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 Edmonds is opening soon and we're 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 candidates must also be comfortable speaking to parents / guardians regarding the why behind the KidStrong curriculum
• Our classes run typically weekdays 9am -11am and evenings 3pm until 7 pm, and weekends are typically from 8am through 3 : 30pm
• 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
• 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
• Complete trainings as directed
• 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 Management
• Learn and manage Coach KidStrong Camp - special classes held by centers when local schools are not operating (for example : Winter Break, Summer Break)

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!

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but will be mentoring so communication and interpersonal skills are important.

Sphere of Interaction

Coaches will work closely with center leadership, families, and members of the HQ team.

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 vision for others.

Teacher

Communicate and ensure 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

Planning / Organizing

• Prioritizes and plans work activities; Develops realistic action plans.
• Sets goals and objectives
• Uses time efficiently
• Plans for additional resources
• Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks

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!

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.

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.