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 Virginia Beach is rapidly growing 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.
THE ROLE & SCHEDULE
We are looking for coaches with an athletic or coaching background who ideally have experience coaching kids ages 15 months - 11 years old
KidStrong Director would focus on coaching children on brain, physical, and character development that stems from evolving monthly curriculum
Ideal candidate must also be comfortable speaking to parents/guardians regarding “the why” behind the KidStrong curriculum
Set schedules for the coaching staff
Assess and evaluate center coaches' performances and execution
Our classes run typically weekdays 9 am -11 am and evenings until 7 pm, and weekends are typically from 8 am through lunch/noon.
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!
DIRECTOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Recruit, screen, interview, onboard, manage, train, and evaluate coaching candidates for your center
Ensure candidates complete all paperwork and compliance as required by law
Lead training practicals for new coaching candidates
Lead coaching candidates through the training process and required evaluations
Ensure coaching evaluations are up to date on a 30/60/90 model
Develop coaches through informal feedback on a weekly basis
Create and ensure staffing needs for the center are met and the team is fully staffed while continually pipelining future talent
Provide support and be available for the team through Slack
Monthly deep cleaning of the center and all equipment
Attend weekly leadership meetings with Area Developers and/or General Managers
Attend the monthly HQ programming rollout to learn next month's programming
Lead center-level programming rollout and train staff on next month's programming
Partner with the Sales Manager on the center's needs, KPIs, inventory, and growth
Achieve Director Certification through the HQ Training and Certification team
Coach class sizes of 6 to 15 children, age groups range from roughly 12 months old to 11 years old
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
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
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 Slack, 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.
Must be comfortable working "hands-on" with kids to ensure proper technique and ensure student safety.
Assisting 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 Director
Learn and manage Coach KidStrong Academy - special classes held by centers when local schools are not operating (for example Winter Break, Summer Break)
Attend monthly center staff programming meetings to receive training for next month’s curriculum
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Passion for working with children is non-negotiable!
Previous experience in management is preferred but not required
Prior experience coaching students within the appropriate KidStrong age group 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!
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.