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Fitness Instructor / Youth Coach

KidStrong
locationNatick, MA 01760, USA
PublishedPublished: 6/14/2022
Recreation
Full Time

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 a dynamic, fun, and motivated 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 the 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 three and younger, with the direction and flow of a class.

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

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

  • Learn and manage KidStrong Camps held by centers when local schools are not operating (for example: Winter Break and Summer Break).

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 (Families do not leave KidStrong).
  • 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

  • CPR certified

  • Enjoy the spotlight, excel in coaching and mentoring

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