Community Jobs

Community Jobs

Find all jobs available through the Leyden community here! These jobs are updated on a weekly basis. If you have questions, please contact Mr. Frank Holthouse, Director of Careers at fholthouse@leyden212.org or 847.451.3031

Filter Job Search

Current Job Openings

KidStrong in Elmwood Park is looking for Coaches and Mentors

KidStrong Elmwood Park

1704 Harlem Ave

Elmwood Park, IL 60707

WHAT IS KIDSTRONG?
At KidStrong, we help parents build stronger, smarter, more athletic kids. Our private training centers focus on character, physical and brain development for ages walking through 11 years old. KidStrong is a science-based curriculum that is parent-focused and taught by our professional coaches!

KidStrong 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. We are opening a new center soon in Elmwood Park, IL, and we’d be thrilled to have you join our team!

We are looking for coaches who can work with kids from ages 2 to 11 years old.

The pay starts at $18 per hour.

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!
Teaching parents how to make their children smarter, stronger and more confident!
Having flexibility for part-time or full-time schedules!
OPEN ROLE & SCHEDULE
The KidStrong Coach will focus on coaching children on brain, physical and character development that stems from the evolving monthly curriculum
The ideal candidate must also be comfortable speaking to parents/guardians regarding “the why” behind KidStrong curriculum.
Our classes run weekdays 9am-11:30 am and evenings until 7 pm.*
On weekends, we start at 9am and run through lunch time.
There is an opportunity for a flexible work schedule depending on center needs.
There is an opportunity to increase scheduled hours through birthday parties, camp and parents' night out coaching hours.
This is a year-round position; candidates with summer-only availability will not be considered.

*Schedule is subject to change at any time based on member needs.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Passion for working with children is non-negotiable!
An outgoing personality and loud voice
Current CPR and first aid certification or willingness to obtain prior to start date.
Minimum coaching availability required: two weekday evenings per week (3:30 pm - 7:30 pm) and one weekend day per week (8:30 am - 2:00 pm).
Prior experience coaching students within the appropriate KidStrong age range is preferred.
Prior experience speaking to and educating parents on KidStrong curriculum is a plus.
Intermediate knowledge of physiology, exercise technique, and body mechanics.
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.
Prior experience as a pediatric OT/PT is a plus, but not required.