Move Coach - Burlington Centre
About The Position
The GoodLife Kids Foundation (GLKF) enables and supports kids and youth with autism and intellectual disabilities through physical activity and fitness. The MOVE by GoodLife Kids program is a free physical activity and fitness program for youth ages 12-21 years with autism and intellectual disabilities. MOVE Classes incorporate social time, workouts, dancing, and mental wellness. This posting is for an in-person class launching in October 2026, delivered at select GoodLife Fitness locations. A MOVE Coach is responsible for coaching and delivering exceptional fitness programming for the MOVE by GoodLife Kids program, through adaptive and progressive workouts. GLKF will provide training on how to support youth with disabilities.
Requirements
- Passion for working with youth with disabilities.
- Experience delivering fitness classes.
- Able to deliver in-person classes.
- Reliable transportation.
- Must have or be willing to obtain a current nationally recognized Group Fitness /Coaching certification such as Fitness Instructor Specialist (FIS)/Personal Training Specialist (PTS).
- Must have a current CPR-A certification.
- Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with Participants and MOVE Community Partners.
- Access to reliable internet connection that supports uninterrupted video conferencing.
Nice To Haves
- This role will primarily lead in-person classes with the opportunity to be involved with our virtual programming as needed.
Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver an exceptional fitness program for youth with autism and intellectual disabilities through coaching, instruction and facilitation to ensure a positive and impactful experience for all.
- Collaborate with other MOVE Coaches and Supervisors when discovering best practices.
- Create and develop workout plans that meet programming guidelines of MOVE by GoodLife Kids to support the needs of the Participants.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with MOVE Participants and our Community Partners.
- Respond to MOVE Participants and Caregiver feedback and concerns.
- Represent GoodLife Kids Foundation in a professional, positive, caring, and friendly manner.
Benefits
- Training on how to support youth with disabilities
- Competitive pay
- Flexible work schedule
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
