BabyStrong Coach​/Baby Developmental Coach Hudson Square SoHo NYC

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Location: SoHo, New York, NY (In-Person)

Job Type: Part-Time, Permanent

Pay Rate: $25.00 / hour

Schedule: Weekday Mornings & Weekends (Minimum 6 hours/week)

ABOUT THE ROLE

Join the Kid Strong So Ho team as a Baby Strong Coach
!

A Baby Strong Coach is a mentor and educator dedicated to supporting babies (from birth to approximately 2 years old) and their caregivers through the most critical early years of development. Our coaches lead engaging, research-based classes that focus on physical, cognitive, sensory, and social-emotional milestones.

Through guided movement, structured play, and caregiver education, Baby Strong Coaches help families build confidence while supporting each child’s developmental journey. This role is ideal for high-energy individuals passionate about early childhood development, infant milestones, and creating exceptional, lasting connections with families.

• Deliver High-Energy Classes:
  Lead Baby Strong classes using Kid Strong’s proprietary curriculum focused on developmental milestones, sensory exploration, purposeful movement, and caregiver education.
• Master the Curriculum:
  Understand the "why" behind the Baby Strong curriculum and confidently communicate early developmental concepts and techniques to parents and caregivers.
• Guide Milestones:
  Demonstrate and assist caregivers with proper age-appropriate techniques for tummy time, gross/fine motor movement, sensory play, and milestone progression.
• Maintain Class Dynamic:
  Create positive, energetic, and supportive interactions with families before, during, and after class, ensuring classes start and end on schedule while maintaining an excellent flow.
• Utilize Technology:
  Use the Kid Strong Coaches App to track attendance, record milestones, and maintain accurate class logs.

• Certification & Training:
  Complete Baby Strong Coach Training and Evaluations with the General Manager, as well as ongoing coursework through Kid Strong University / Learn Upon.
• Team Communication:
  Communicate professionally with coworkers, management, and families, maintaining active communication via company channels (Slack).
• Staff Participation:
  Attend and participate in monthly center staff programming meetings, training sessions, and center initiatives as required by management.
• Community Engagement:
  Help foster an inclusive, welcoming, and vibrant community for all participating families, driving family engagement and retention.

• Availability:
  Must be available for weekday morning classes and weekend shifts.
• Hours:
  
  Minimum commitment of 6 hours per week.

• Passion for Early Childhood:
  Genuine passion for working with babies, toddlers, and parents is non-negotiable
  .
• Relevant Background:
  Experience in early childhood education, child development, pediatric therapy, infant fitness/recreation, nursing, or early childhood teaching is highly preferred.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong interpersonal and public speaking skills; highly comfortable engaging with parents and caregivers about child development.
• Energy & Leadership:
  Dynamic, positive, upbeat, and professional coaching presence with the confidence to lead groups and facilitate parent participation.
• Physical Capability:
  Ability to work in an active environment, including standing for extended periods and lifting/repositioning equipment up to 25 lbs.
• Certifications:
  
  Current CPR Certification required prior to the start date. Background check required.

• Flexible scheduling
• Casual dress / Kid Strong uniform gear
• Company events & team outings
• Employee / Store discounts
• On-site parking / transit access