Summer Camp Coach - Youth Health & Fitness

KidStrong Meridian • Meridian, ID

3d • Onsite

About The Position

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!
What is KidStrong Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZnYIkZoi5Z8
KidStrong Camp Website: https://meridian.kidstrong.com/camps

ROLE
We are looking for self-motivated coaches who lead with a growth mindset.
Ideal candidates have an athletic or coaching background and have experience coaching kids ages walking to 11 years old
KidStrong Coaches focus on coaching children on brain, physical, and character development in active, fun, positive, and supportive environment.
Camp Programming (curriculum) includes active games, building foundational strength and movement, building confidence, teamwork, and trust in those around them.

Requirements

• Passion for working with children and a commitment to the potential and growth of EVERY child is non-negotiable!
• Prior experience coaching kids with children ages 4 - 11.
• Comfortability in engaging parents and families prior to and after camp.
• Intermediate knowledge of physiology, exercise techniques, and body mechanics
• CPR/1st Aid certified (Can obtain within 30 days of hire)
• 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!

Responsibilities

• Coach camp sizes of up to 24 kids.
• Complete both online and in-person training requirements.
• Must be able to ensure camp is timely and adheres to the expected structure.
• 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 including the lobby, bathrooms, and blue floors - this includes taking out the trash, sweeping and mopping, wiping down equipment, and sanitizing the mat at the end of a shift.
• 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 in Sling, our company messaging system, including periodic checks of messages when not in centers
• Complete trainings through FranConnect as required by the HQ Training and Certification team
• 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.
• There are no scheduled breaks and coaches will engage with kids during both active and "down" time (snack, lunch, post-lunch activity centers).
• Must be comfortable working "hands-on" with kids to ensure proper technique and ensure student safety.
• Attend additional mandatory staff meetings as required by KidStrong Director
• Must obtain certified status by the HQ Training and Certification team

Benefits

• Joining a workplace where you can be part of a fun, supportive, energetic and professional team that loves what they do!
• We hire leadership minded individuals - Those who take ownership and accountability of their own effort and are accountable to giving their best each and every day.
• Develop foundational, trust-based relationships with kids and families - Coaching and mentoring children to make an impact on their lives.
• Extensive training pre-camp and on-going development to prepare coaches for success.
• Flexible scheduling week to week.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed