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Skilz for Kids

Director

Skilz for Kids, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States,


Benefits:

Bonus based on performance

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 Southeast PA 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.

THE ROLE & SCHEDULEWe are looking for coaches with an athletic or coaching background who ideally have experience coaching kids ages 15 months - 11 years old

KidStrong Director would focus on coaching children on brain, physical, and character development that stems from evolving monthly curriculum

Ideal candidate must also be comfortable speaking to parents/guardians regarding “the why” behind the KidStrong curriculum

Set schedules for the coaching staff

Assess and evaluate center coaches' performances and execution

Our classes run typically weekdays 9 am -11 am and evenings until 7 pm, and weekends are typically from 8 am through lunch/noon.

Opportunity for a flexible work schedule depending on studio needs.

Additional opportunity to increase scheduled hours through private party coaching hours.

Prior experience as a pediatric OT/PT is a plus, but not required!

DIRECTOR RESPONSIBILITIESRecruit, screen, interview, onboard, manage, train, and evaluate coaching candidates for your center

Ensure candidates complete all paperwork and compliance as required by law

Lead training practicals for new coaching candidates

Lead coaching candidates through the training process and required evaluations

Ensure coaching evaluations are up to date on a 30/60/90 model

Develop coaches through informal feedback on a weekly basis

Create and ensure staffing needs for the center are met and the team is fully staffed while continually pipelining future talent

Provide support and be available for the team through Slack

Monthly deep cleaning of the center and all equipment

Attend weekly leadership meetings with Area Developers and/or General Managers

Attend the monthly HQ programming rollout to learn next month's programming

Lead center-level programming rollout and train staff on next month's programming

Partner with the Sales Manager on the center's needs, KPIs, inventory, and growth

Achieve Director Certification through the HQ Training and Certification team

Coach class sizes of 6 to 15 children, age groups range from roughly 12 months old to 11 years old

Greet students as well as the parent(s)/guardian(s) individually prior to and at beginning of class

Maintain a dynamic, fun, motivational, and professional demeanor when leading class

Demonstrate and manage the implementation of various exercises

Teach the KidStrong curriculum as provided by the HQ programming team

Must be able to ensure classes both start and end on schedule and follow the appropriate pace of curriculum

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

Effectively use the KS Coach’s App to record class data and provide records of data for parents (attendance, awards, etc.)

Communicate professionally with co-workers in Slack, our company messaging system, including periodic checks of messages when not in centers

Complete trainings through FranConnect as required by the HQ Training and Certification team

Must be able to work in a physically intensive environment - coaches may cover multiple miles in a shift moving through class, lifting and repeatedly moving equipment up to 25 pounds in weight.

Must be comfortable working "hands-on" with kids to ensure proper technique and ensure student safety.

Assisting parents of students, ages 3 and younger, with the direction and flow of a class

Attend monthly center staff programming meetings to receive training for next month's curriculum

Attend additional mandatory staff meetings as required by Director

Learn and manage Coach KidStrong Academy - special classes held by centers when local schools are not operating (for example Winter Break, Summer Break)

Attend monthly center staff programming meetings to receive training for next month’s curriculum

JOB QUALIFICATIONSPassion for working with children is non-negotiable!

Previous experience in management is preferred but not required

Prior experience coaching students within the appropriate KidStrong age group is preferred

Prior experience speaking to and educating parents on the KidStrong curriculum

Intermediate knowledge of physiology, exercise techniques, and body mechanics

CPR certified

Positive, motivating, and effective interpersonal communication skills

Self-starter who just gets a job done

If you enjoy the spotlight, this position was meant for you!

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