Youth Sports Coach
Kidokinetics MN West
Minneapolis-Saint Paul, MN
$20.00–$25.00 per hour - Part-time
Job Details
- Pay: $20.00–$28.00 per hour
- Schedule: Part-time (10–20 hours/week initially, weekdays, occasional weekends)
- Benefits: Paid training, drive time reimbursement
- Job Type: Part-time with potential for full-time as business grows
- Location: Minneapolis-Saint Paul, MN (mobile program, travel within area required)
- Start Date: Immediate
Love Sports, Fitness, and Kids? Get Paid to Play!
Kidokinetics MN West is growing in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, and we’re seeking a reliable, enthusiastic Youth Sports Coach to lead our fun, non-competitive sports programs for kids ages 1–14. Our science-based, multi-sport curriculum introduces children to 30 sports, fostering motor skills, confidence, and teamwork through engaging activities like field trips, after-school programs, and camps at schools and community centers. Start with 10–20 hours/week, with room to grow into a full-time leadership role as we expand. If you’re passionate about inspiring young athletes, join us to make movement fun!
Responsibilities
- Coach 10–20 hours/week of dynamic sports sessions for small groups (6–20 kids), bringing energy to activities like obstacle courses, parachute play, and relays.
- Train and supervise assistant coaches to ensure high-quality, inclusive program delivery aligned with Kidokinetics’ standards.
- Conduct quality control, fill in for coaches as needed, and manage equipment for seamless sessions.
- Build relationships with parents, school directors, and community partners to promote programs.
Qualifications
- 2+ years coaching or teaching kids (ages 1–14) in group settings, especially preschool-aged children (please list ages in resume/cover letter).
- Sports-related background preferred (e.g., coaching, physical education, recreation).
- Enthusiastic, outgoing personality with strong interpersonal, organizational, and classroom management skills.
- Self-motivated, reliable, detail-oriented, and eager to take initiative in growing our programs.
- High school diploma, valid driver’s license, reliable transportation (we’re a mobile program), and ability to pass a level 2 background check.
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
- Availability for 10-20 hours/week initially (weekdays, occasional weekends), with flexibility for peak seasons and potential for full-time.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay: $20.00–$25.00/hour, commensurate with experience.
- Paid training and drive time reimbursement for travel to program locations.
- Fun, active work environment with growth opportunities to full-time leadership roles.
Why Kidokinetics?
- Inspire kids to love movement and build lifelong skills.
- Lead a supportive team in a growing, community-focused program.
- Grow with us as we expand our presence in Minneapolis-St. Paul.
How to Apply
Ready to make sports fun for kids? Apply now on Indeed with your resume and a cover letter noting your experience with young children. For questions, contact Anu Modi at [email protected] or 651-757-6251. Applications due by August 15, 2025.
About Kidokinetics MN West
Kidokinetics MN West brings the joy of movement to kids through our science-based, multi-sport programs. Our mission, “Movement for fun. Skills for life.,” drives us to create inclusive, non-competitive experiences that spark a love for sports. We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
Join us to get kids moving and smiling!
Application Question(s)
- Do you have 2+ years of experience coaching or teaching children ages 1–14, particularly preschool-aged kids? Please list ages in your resume/cover letter.
- Do you have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license for a mobile program?
License/Certification
- CPR/First Aid certification (Preferred, or willingness to obtain)
- Valid driver’s license (Required)
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
