Coach

Company - KidStrong Milton
Position: KidStrong Coach
Reports to: General Manager / Assistant General Manager
Employment Type: Part-Time

Position Overview

KidStrong Coaches are responsible for delivering engaging, high-energy classes that help children develop physical, cognitive, and character skills. Coaches create a positive, safe, and supportive environment where children feel encouraged to participate, build confidence, and reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

Class Delivery & Child Development

- Lead engaging, structured classes following the KidStrong curriculum.
- Demonstrate exercises, games, and activities with enthusiasm and energy.
- Encourage children to develop strength, coordination, confidence, teamwork, and perseverance.
- Adapt coaching approaches to meet the needs and abilities of individual children.
- Maintain a positive, encouraging, and inclusive atmosphere.

Safety & Supervision

- Maintain a safe training environment for all children.
- Actively supervise children throughout classes and activities.
- Follow all safety procedures, emergency protocols, and incident-reporting requirements.
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with children and families.

Member Experience

- Greet children and parents warmly and professionally.
- Build positive relationships with families and contribute to a welcoming community.
- Communicate effectively with parents when appropriate.
- Support member retention by delivering consistently excellent experiences.

Facility & Team Responsibilities

- Set up and put away equipment before and after classes.
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and presentation of the facility.
- Arrive prepared and on time for scheduled shifts.
- Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and ongoing professional development.
- Support birthday parties, special events, camps, and other studio activities as assigned.
- Communicate professionally and collaborate with fellow coaches and management.

Qualifications & Skills

- Enjoys working with children and supporting their development.
- Energetic, enthusiastic, reliable, and coachable.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Comfortable leading groups and speaking confidently.
- Able to receive feedback and work effectively as part of a team.
- Previous experience working with children, in sports, fitness, education, or recreation is an asset.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain as required.

Physical Requirements

- Ability to demonstrate physical movements and exercises.
- Ability to remain active and engaged throughout classes.
- Ability to lift, move, and organize training equipment as required.

What Success Looks Like

- Children are engaged, supported, and excited to attend classes.
- Classes are delivered safely, consistently, and with high energy.
- Families receive a positive and welcoming experience.
- The facility remains clean, organized, and ready for each class.
- The coach demonstrates reliability, teamwork, professionalism, and a willingness to grow.

Our Standard: Every interaction is an opportunity to help a child become stronger, more confident, and more capable.