About the role
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<div><strong>Benefits:</strong></div>
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<li>Competitive salary</li>
<li>Flexible schedule</li>
<li>Opportunity for advancement</li>
<li>Training & development</li>
<li>Wellness resources</li>
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<div> <strong>Summer Camp Coach <br><br>WHAT IS KIDSTRONG?</strong> </div><div>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! </div><div> </div><div>KidStrong NJ/CT 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. </div><div> </div><div><strong>PERKS!</strong></div><ul>
<li>Joining a workplace where you can be part of a fun, energetic and professional team that loves what they do!</li>
<li>Coaching and mentoring children to make an impact on their lives!</li>
<li>Having flexibility for a part-time or full-time schedule</li>
<li>Seasonal positions available</li>
</ul><div> </div><div><strong>THE ROLE & SCHEDULE</strong></div><ul>
<li>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</li>
<li>KidStrong Camp Coach would focus on coaching children on brain, physical, and character development that stems from a designed camp curriculum</li>
<li>Ideal candidate must also be comfortable speaking to parents/guardians regarding any incidents that take place during camp</li>
<li>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</li>
<li>Additional opportunity to increase scheduled hours through private party coaching hours & KidStrong Class coaching - may require additional training</li>
<li><strong>Summer camp from end of June to end of Aug</strong></li>
</ul><div><strong>COACH RESPONSIBILITIES </strong></div><ul>
<li>Camp sizes of up to 20 children, ages ranging from 4 - 9</li>
<li>Teach the KidStrong curriculum as provided by the HQ programming team</li>
<li>Must be able to ensure camp both start and ends on schedule and follow the appropriate pace of curriculum</li>
<li>Greet students as well as parent(s)/guardian(s) as they arrive to camp</li>
<li>Maintain a dynamic, fun, motivational, and professional demeanor when leading camp</li>
<li>Demonstrate and manage the implementation of various exercises</li>
<li>Keep an accurate record of attendance at all times</li>
<li>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</li>
<li>Effectively use the KS Coach’s App to record class data and provide records of data for parents (attendance, awards, etc.)</li>
<li>Communicate professionally with co-workers in Slack, our company messaging system, including periodic checks of messages when not in centers</li>
<li>Complete training through LearnUpon as required by the HQ Training and Certification team</li>
<li>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.</li>
<li>Must be comfortable working "hands-on" with kids to ensure proper technique and ensure student safety.</li>
<li>Attend additional mandatory staff meetings as required by KidStrong Director</li>
<li>Must obtain camp-certified status from the HQ Training and Certification team</li>
<li>Supervision, safety, and program implementation for campers while ensuring the well-being of all children</li>
</ul><div> </div><div><strong>JOB QUALIFICATIONS</strong></div><ul>
<li>Passion for working with children is non-negotiable!</li>
<li>Prior experience coaching students within the appropriate KidStrong age is preferred</li>
<li>Intermediate knowledge of physiology, exercise technique, and body mechanics is preferred</li>
<li>CPR certified</li>
<li>Positive, motivating, and effective interpersonal communication skills</li>
<li>Self-starter who just gets a job done</li>
<li>If you enjoy the spotlight, this position was meant for you!</li>
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