Summer Camp KidStrong Coach NYC SoHo

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.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

Perks

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

Role & Schedule

Looking for a camp coach with an athletic or coaching background who ideally has experience in summer camps or coaching kids ages 4–9. Coach children on brain, physical, and character development from a designed camp curriculum. Comfortable speaking to parents/guardians regarding any incidents that take place during camp. Camps 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). Additional opportunity to increase scheduled hours through private party coaching hours & KidStrong class coaching – may require additional training. Summer camp runs from the end of June to the end of August.

Coach Responsibilities

• Manage camp sizes of up to 20 children, ages 4–9.
• Teach the KidStrong curriculum as provided by the HQ programming team.
• Ensure camp starts and ends on schedule and follows the appropriate pace of curriculum.
• Greet students and parents/guardians as they arrive.
• Maintain a dynamic, fun, motivational, and professional demeanor when leading camp.
• Demonstrate and manage the implementation of various exercises.
• 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, mopping, wiping down equipment, and sanitizing the mat at the end of a shift.
• 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 training through KidStrong University as required by the HQ Training and Certification team.
• Work in a physically intensive environment – coaches may cover multiple miles in a shift and lift/repeatedly move equipment up to 25 pounds.
• Comfortable working “hands‑on” with kids to ensure proper technique and student safety.
• Attend additional mandatory staff meetings as required by the General Manager.
• Obtain camp‑certified status from the HQ Training and Certification team.
• Ensure supervision, safety, and program implementation for campers while ensuring the well‑being of all children.

Job Qualifications

• Passion for working with children is non‑negotiable.
• Prior experience coaching students within the appropriate KidStrong age group is preferred.
• Intermediate knowledge of physiology, exercise technique, and body mechanics is preferred.
• CPR certified.
• Positive, motivating, and effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Self‑starter who just gets a job done.
• Enjoy the spotlight.

Compensation: $25.00 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.