Coach - Plano, TX

Kid Strong DFW Coach

Location:

LOCATION

Reports To:

Center Manager

FLSA Status:
Non Exempt

Travel: None

Compensation: Hourly

Kid Strong Coaches are the best of the best and lead the way in bringing our science‑based curriculum to Kid Strong Families through high‑caliber and engaging coaching. Coaches help parents discover their child’s superpowers and build future‑ready kids who are confident in making friends, running the playground, and raising their hand high in the classroom. Coaches develop kids who will win at life by following our milestone accelerator curriculum, living the Kid Strong and Kid Strong Coach DNA, and committing to contributing quality work both to our Families and the greater Kid Strong Team.

• Coach students by delivering an evolving curriculum that focuses on Brain, Physical, and Character development up to 24 hours a week.
• Achieve Coach Certification through the HQ Training and Certification team.
• Understand the “why” behind the Kid Strong curriculum and be able to clearly and concisely communicate it.
• Coach classes for students with age groups ranging from roughly 15 months‑old to 11 years‑old.
• Create positive interactions with students and families before, during, and after class.
• Maintain dynamic, fun, motivational, and professional demeanor when leading class.
• Demonstrate and manage the implementation of various programming and curriculum elements.
• Use the KS Coaches App to record data and provide data (attendance, awards, etc.).
• Communicate professionally with co‑workers in Slack, including periodic checks of messages when not in centers.
• Coaches must have availability of a minimum of 6 hours per week.
• Must be able to ensure classes both start and end on schedule and follow the appropriate pace of curriculum.
• Must be able to work in a physically intensive environment – coaches may cover multiple miles in a shift, lift and repeatedly move equipment up to 25 pounds in weight.
• Must be comfortable physically working with kids to ensure proper technique and ensure student safety.
• Assist parents of students, ages 3 and younger, with the direction and flow of a class.
• Lead monthly center staff programming meetings where staff receive training for the following months programming.
• Complete trainings through Learn Upon as required by the Head Coach and/or HQ Training and Certification team.
• Attend additional mandatory staff meetings as required by the Head Coach.
• Learn and manage Kid Strong Camps held by centers when local schools are not operating (example: Winter Break, Summer Break).

• Passion for working with children is non‑negotiable.
• Athletic or coaching background; ideally with experience coaching kids ages up to 11.
• Comfortable speaking to parents/guardians regarding a variety of topics.
• Prior experience as a pediatric OT/PT is a plus, but not required.
• Positive, motivating public speaking and strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Commitment to schedule.
• Intermediate knowledge of physiology, exercise technique, and body mechanics.
• CPR certified.
• Self‑starter who just gets the job done.
• Enjoy the spotlight, excel in coaching, and mentoring.

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but will be mentoring so communication and interpersonal skills are important.

Coaches will work closely with center leadership, families, and members of the HQ team.

• Stays focused on the Kid Strong Goals.
• Goal oriented and high performing.

• Upholds Kid Strong Values; creates vision for others.

• Communicates and ensures transfer of knowledge.

• Approaches others in a tactful manner.
• Reacts well under pressure.
• Treats others with respect and consideration.
• Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Follows through on commitments.

• Engaging, Fun, Likable.
• High Energy, Clear & Easy to Understand.

• Develops and nurtures relationships.
• Focuses on developing self and others.

• Prioritizes and plans work activities; develops realistic action plans.
• Sets goals and objectives.
• Uses time efficiently.
• Plans for additional resources.
• Organizes or schedules…