Coach​/Instructor​/Trainer

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A Kid Strong Coach is the heartbeat of our center—delivering high-energy, engaging classes for kids from walking age to 11 years old. Coaches create a fun, safe, and developmentally rich environment while helping families understand the “why” behind our programming.

Location: Wilmington, NC

Reports To: General Manager

• $25 per class (Certified Coach)
• $10/hr for training hours

• Deliver Kid Strong’s evolving Brain, Physical, and Character curriculum.
• Teach approximately 4 classes per week (ideally 2 back-to-back).
• Must be available to work weekends on rotation.
• Achieve Kid Strong Coach Certification through HQ Training & Certification.
• Attend required in-person training on February 23–25, 2026 (Monday 10:45-8pm, Tuesday 8:45-8pm, Wednesday 8:45-8pm).
• Attend pre-training the week of February 16, 2026 in the Wilmington center (approx 6 hours) + additional 2 hours online training in Learn Upon.
• Attend at least one tabling event before opening.
• Create positive interactions with students and families before, during, and after class.
• Maintain a dynamic, fun, motivating, and professional presence while coaching.
• Demonstrate and implement all programming elements with accuracy.
• Use the KS Coaches App to record data (attendance, awards, etc.).
• Communicate professionally with co-workers via Slack and check messages periodically.
• Start and end classes on time and follow curriculum pacing.
• Work in a physically demanding environment (walking/running several miles per shift, lifting equipment up to 25 lbs).
• Safely support children physically and cue proper technique.
• Assist parents of students ages 3 and under with class flow.
• Complete ongoing Learn Upon training as assigned.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings.
• Learn and assist with Kid Strong Camps during school breaks (Winter, Summer, etc.).

• Build relationships with families to support retention
• Proactively engage families and promote program value.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with Kid Strong families.
• Support community and marketing events as needed.
• Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning and center upkeep.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist families while in the center.

• A passion for working with children (non-negotiable).
• Athletic, coaching, or teaching background with experience coaching ages 15 months–11 years.
• Comfortable speaking with parents and guardians.
• Pediatric OT/PT experience is a plus, not required.
• Intermediate knowledge of exercise techniques, physiology, and body mechanics.
• CPR certification required (or willing to obtain).
• Self-starter with strong follow-through.
• High energy, enjoys the spotlight, and loves mentoring kids.

Work closely with center teammates and Kid Strong families to ensure an exceptional experience.

• Passionate – Aligned with Kid Strong goals; high-performing and mission-driven.
• Command Presence – Upholds Kid Strong values; leads with confidence.
• Teacher – Communicates effectively and ensures kids learn and grow.
• Professional – Respectful, calm under pressure, accountable, reliable.
• Performer – High energy, engaging, clear, and motivating.
• Mentor – Builds relationships; prioritizes development of self and others.
• Oral & Written Communication – Strong communicator with parents, teams, and groups.
• Teamwork – Puts team success first; builds positive morale.
• Coachable / Low-Ego – Welcomes feedback and embraces growth.
• Adaptable – Comfortable adjusting course; thrives in a fast-changing environment.

All candidates will be asked to submit a video submission of the start of a Kid Strong class. Don’t worry we will send you what you need!

Background check will be performed and reference will be called.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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