Coach / Instructor / Trainer @ KidStrong
Full Time • Lake Oswego
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Free uniforms
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
KidStrong Coach – Job Description
KidStrong Lake Oswego – Level Up LO, LLC
Position Title: KidStrong Coach
Reports To: General Manager / Manager / Owners
Employment Status: Part-Time or Full-Time, Hourly
POSITION SUMMARY
A KidStrong Coach is the heartbeat of the center. This role requires the ability to lead high-energy, physically intensive classes for children ages 15 months to 11 years, follow a structured curriculum, support families, maintain operational standards, and execute all tasks necessary for delivering an exceptional member experience.
Coaches must demonstrate consistent professionalism, safety awareness, strong communication skills, high physical stamina, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, camps, and special events as required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (ALL REQUIRED)
1. Coaching & Curriculum Execution
Coaches must:
- Deliver KidStrong’s brain, physical, and character development curriculum for all age groups (15 months–11 years).
- Maintain high energy, motivation, and clear communication throughout every class.
- Understand and articulate the “why” behind curriculum elements to parents and children.
- Ensure classes start and end on time and follow correct pacing.
- Demonstrate proper movement patterns, physical techniques, and developmental activities.
- Provide hands-on physical guidance to children to ensure safety and form.
- Record attendance, awards, and progress data in the KidStrong Coaches App accurately and timely.
2. Physical Requirements
This position is physically demanding and requires the ability to:
- Walk and/or jog multiple miles per shift while moving around the training floor.
- Frequently lift, carry, and move equipment up to 25–50 lbs throughout each shift.
- Bend, squat, kneel, rotate, jump, and move dynamically for extended periods.
- Physically assist children (including toddlers) in balance, climbing, jumping, tumbling, and other activities.
- Maintain energy, alertness, and clear communication for all classes.
These physical responsibilities represent essential job functions.
3. Class Management & Safety
- Maintain a safe, clean, and hazard-free training floor at all times.
- Actively supervise 15–30 children in a fast-moving class environment.
- Ensure proper spacing, spotting, and safety practices.
- Respond to injuries or incidents according to training and CPR/AED certification.
4. Parent & Family Communication
- Engage positively with parents before, during, and after class.
- Communicate children’s progress, milestones, or concerns clearly and professionally.
- Represent KidStrong’s values at all times.
5. Center Operations & Facility Maintenance
Coaches must:
- Complete all pre-shift and post-shift duties (cleaning, equipment setup/breakdown, checklists).
- Follow daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning protocols.
- Assist with birthday parties, community events, and KidStrong camps as assigned.
- Support front-desk operations when needed (check-ins, parent questions, membership awareness).
- Maintain consistent Slack communication, including reading messages when not physically in the center.
6. Reliability & Professional Conduct
- Arrive to shifts on time, in uniform, prepared to work.
- Work required evenings and weekends.
- Attend mandatory staff meetings, trainings, and certification sessions.
- Complete all KidStrong required learning modules (LearnUpon, certification renewals).
- Demonstrate strong teamwork, low-ego / coachable mindset, and ability to take direction.
ROLE COMPETENCIES (All Required)
Passionate: Goal-oriented, mission-driven, committed to child development.
Teacher: Strong communicator with ability to transfer knowledge to kids and parents.
Performer: High energy, fun, engaging, confident leading large groups.
Mentor: Builds relationships and supports positive developmental progress.
Professional: Handles pressure well, maintains composure, respects others.
Command Presence: Leads the room, motivates kids, sets the tone.
Teamwork: Supports all teammates, contributes to center success, no lone-wolf mentality.
Adaptability: Comfortable with rapid changes, adjusting class flow, “calling audibles.”
Coachable: Accepts feedback, implements changes, maintains growth mindset.
QUALIFICATIONS (All Required Unless Noted)
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1+ year coaching/teaching experience or equivalent child-facing experience.
- Strong communication and public-speaking skills.
- Ability to lead large groups of children confidently.
- CPR/AED certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days).
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and camps.
- Ability to complete and maintain KidStrong Coach Certification.
- Proficiency in technology platforms (Slack, KidStrong apps, basic mobile tools).
- Ability to consistently meet physical demands described above.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- High-energy, fast-paced, physically intensive class environment.
- Moderate noise levels with music, children, and activity.
- Frequent interaction with children, parents, and staff.
- Standing/walking for up to 4–8 hours per shift with minimal breaks.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
This job description represents the full and essential duties required of a KidStrong Coach.
All duties must be performed reliably, consistently, and without causing undue hardship to center operations.
Compensation: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
KidStrong is a private child development training center focused on brain, physical & character development for ages walking through 11 years old. KidStrong offers a science-based curriculum that is parent-focused and taught by professionals.
OUR PEOPLE:
- Want to work with great people
- Want personal and professional growth
- Want to make an impact
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.
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WE ARE STUDENTS.
We never stop learning and always seek to improve ourselves and our program. We are curious about new possibilities and act to explore them.
WE ARE HUMBLE PROFESSIONALS.
We want to hire and develop the best people in the world to be on our TEAM.
WE DO MORE THAN EXPECTED.
Every interaction is a chance to provide an amazing experience for our members, parents, and teammates.
WE MAKE EACH OTHER BETTER.
We are dedicated to having people on the team that make the rest of the team better. We want leaders that have a ripple effect on those around them.