Camp Coach Jobs

WHAT IS KIDSTRONG? At KidStrong, we help parents build stronger, smarter, more athletic kids. KidStrong is a milestone accelerator for kids walking through 11 years old. We help parents discover their child’s superpowers and build future-ready kids who are confident making friends running the playground and raising their hands high in the classroom. In other words… kids who will win at life! KidStrong Nebraska is rapidly growing and we're looking for talented, enthusiastic professionals who are passionate, energetic, and excited to engage with parents and kids and make an impact on their lives. PERKS!

• Joining a workplace where you can be part of a fun, energetic and professional team that loves what they do!
• Seasonal positions available
• Coaching and mentoring children to make an impact on their lives!
• Having flexibility for a part-time or full-time schedule

THE ROLE & SCHEDULE

• We are looking for a camp coach with an athletic or coaching background who ideally has experience in summer camps or coaching kids ages 4 - 9
• Camps typically run when school is out, from 9 am - 2:30 pm *may vary depending on locations - the ideal candidate will be available during those hours
• Ideal candidate must also be comfortable speaking to parents/guardians regarding any incidents that take place during camp
• KidStrong Camp Coach would focus on coaching children on brain, physical, and character development that stems from a designed camp curriculum
• Additional opportunity to increase scheduled hours through private party coaching hours & KidStrong Class coaching - may require additional training

COACH RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greet students as well as parent(s)/guardian(s) as they arrive to camp
• Camp sizes of up to 20 children, ages ranging from 4 - 9
• Must be comfortable working "hands-on" with kids to ensure proper technique and ensure student safety.
• Demonstrate and manage the implementation of various exercises
• Maintain a dynamic, fun, motivational, and professional demeanor when leading camp
• Teach the KidStrong curriculum as provided by the HQ programming team
• Communicate professionally with co-workers in Slack, our company messaging system, including periodic checks of messages when not in centers
• Must be able to work in a physically intensive environment - coaches may cover multiple miles in a shift moving through camp, lift and repeatedly moving equipment up to 25 pounds in weight.
• Supervision, safety, and program implementation for campers while ensuring the well-being of all children
• Effectively use the KS Coach’s App to record class data and provide records of data for parents (attendance, awards, etc.)
• Must be able to ensure camp both start and ends on schedule and follow the appropriate pace of curriculum
• Keep an accurate record of attendance at all times
• Ensure cleanliness of the center including the lobby, bathrooms, and blue floors - this includes taking out the trash, sweeping and mopping, wiping down equipment, and sanitizing the mat at the end of a shift
• Complete training through LearnUpon as required by the HQ Training and Certification team
• Must obtain camp-certified status from the HQ Training and Certification team
• Attend additional mandatory staff meetings as required by KidStrong Director

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Self-starter who just gets a job done
• Positive, motivating, and effective interpersonal communication skills
• Prior experience coaching students within the appropriate KidStrong age is preferred
• Intermediate knowledge of physiology, exercise technique, and body mechanics is preferred
• CPR certified
• If you enjoy the spotlight, this position was meant for you!
• Passion for working with children is non-negotiable!

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.