Childrens Coach

About KidStrong

KidStrong is a child development training center that helps families raise stronger, smarter, and more athletic kids. Its programs are designed for children from walking age through 11 years old, with a focus on confidence, social skills, and readiness for school and life.

KidStrong Paradise Valley is expanding quickly and is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic Children’s Coach who enjoys working with kids and parents and wants to make a positive difference.

Role Overview

This position is centered on leading KidStrong classes, supporting children’s development across brain, physical, and character areas, and helping parents understand the purpose behind the curriculum. The role suits someone with athletic or coaching experience, especially with young children, and someone who can bring energy, professionalism, and structure to every class.

Classes usually run on weekdays from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM and into the evening until 7:00 PM. Weekend sessions typically take place from 8:00 AM through around noon. Scheduling can be flexible based on studio needs, and there may be additional hours available through private-party coaching. Prior experience as a pediatric OT/PT is considered an advantage, though it is not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead classes for groups of around 6 to 15 children, generally between 12 months and 11 years old.
• Deliver the official KidStrong curriculum provided by the headquarters programming team.
• Keep classes running on time and maintain the intended pace of instruction.
• Welcome children and their parents or guardians individually before class and at the start of each session.
• Bring a lively, encouraging, and professional presence to every class.
• Demonstrate exercises and guide children through each activity safely.
• Keep the center clean, including the lobby, bathrooms, and training area; this includes trash removal, sweeping, mopping, wiping equipment, and sanitizing mats at the end of shifts.
• Use the KidStrong Coach app to log attendance, awards, and other class information for families.
• Communicate professionally with teammates through Slack and check messages regularly when not in the center.
• Complete required training through FranConnect as directed by the HQ training and certification team.
• Work in a physically active environment, including moving throughout class, lifting, and handling equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Be comfortable with hands-on coaching to support correct technique and child safety.
• Help parents of children age three and under guide class flow and participation.
• Attend monthly programming meetings to learn the next month’s curriculum.
• Participate in any additional staff meetings required by the KidStrong Director.
• Learn and support Coach KidStrong Academy programming during school breaks such as winter and summer break.
• Complete the certification process required by the HQ training and certification team.

Requirements

• Strong enthusiasm for working with children is essential.
• Coaching or athletic experience is preferred, especially with children in the KidStrong age range.
• Experience explaining the curriculum to parents is preferred.
• Working knowledge of physiology, exercise methods, and body mechanics is needed.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Good interpersonal communication skills and a positive, motivating style are important.
• Self-driven and able to complete tasks independently.
• Comfortable being in the spotlight and leading groups.

Benefits and Perks

• Employee discounts.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Free meals and snacks.
• Free uniforms.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Training and development support.
• Chance to work with an upbeat, professional, and energetic team.
• Opportunity to coach and mentor children and have a direct impact on their lives.
• Opportunity to help parents support their children’s growth and confidence.
• Flexible part-time or full-time scheduling options.

Additional Information

This is an independently owned and operated franchise location. Employment decisions are handled by the local franchise management team. Job-related inquiries should be directed to the franchise location.

Compensation

The role pays between $18.00 and $22.00 per hour.