Trainer @ KidStrong

KidStrong Wilmington•Wilmington, NC

15d•$25 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

A KidStrong Coach is the heartbeat of our center—delivering high-energy, engaging classes for kids from walking age to 11 years old. Coaches create a fun, safe, and developmentally rich environment while helping families understand the “why” behind our programming.

Requirements

A passion for working with children (non-negotiable).
Athletic, coaching, or teaching background with experience coaching ages 15 months–11 years.
Comfortable speaking with parents and guardians.
Intermediate knowledge of exercise techniques, physiology, and body mechanics.
CPR certification required (or willing to obtain).
Self-starter with strong follow-through.
High energy, enjoys the spotlight, and loves mentoring kids.

Nice To Haves

Pediatric OT/PT experience is a plus, not required.

Responsibilities

Deliver KidStrong’s evolving Brain, Physical, and Character curriculum.
Teach approximately 4 classes per week (ideally 2 back-to-back).
Must be available to work weekends on rotation.
Achieve KidStrong Coach Certification through HQ Training & Certification.
Attend required in-person training on February 23–25, 2026 (Monday 10:45-8pm, Tuesday 8:45-8pm, Wednesday 8:45-8pm).
Attend pre-training the week of February 16, 2026 in the Wilmington center (approx 6 hours) + additional 2 hours online training in LearnUpon.
Attend at least one tabling event before opening.
Create positive interactions with students and families before, during, and after class.
Maintain a dynamic, fun, motivating, and professional presence while coaching.
Demonstrate and implement all programming elements with accuracy.
Use the KS Coaches App to record data (attendance, awards, etc.).
Communicate professionally with co-workers via Slack and check messages periodically.
Start and end classes on time and follow curriculum pacing.
Work in a physically demanding environment (walking/running several miles per shift, lifting equipment up to 25 lbs).
Safely support children physically and cue proper technique.
Assist parents of students ages 3 and under with class flow.
Complete ongoing LearnUpon training as assigned.
Attend mandatory staff meetings.
Learn and assist with KidStrong Camps during school breaks (Winter, Summer, etc.).
Build relationships with families to support retention
Proactively engage families and promote program value.
Build and maintain strong relationships with KidStrong families.
Support community and marketing events as needed.
Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning and center upkeep.
Provide excellent customer service and assist families while in the center.