Youth Development Coach (Part-Time)

Gain Real-World Experience While Making an Impact on Kids

Are you a college student passionate about working with children and looking for a meaningful opportunity to build your resume?

KidStrong Indy is looking for energetic, motivated students who want hands-on experience working with children from crawling age through 11 years old. This is a great opportunity for students pursuing careers in education, occupational therapy, physical therapy, exercise science, psychology, speech pathology, nursing, or other child-focused fields.

As a KidStrong Coach, you'll develop valuable skills in child development, leadership, communication, classroom management, and coaching—all while helping kids build confidence, character, and physical skills.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience working directly with children.
• Exposure to child development and age-appropriate coaching techniques.
• Leadership and public speaking experience.
• Skills in behavior management, communication, and engagement.
• A strong resume-building opportunity for future careers working with kids.
• Flexible scheduling that works with your class schedule.

What You'll Do

• Lead and assist with high-energy classes for children from crawling age through 11 years old.
• Create a positive, encouraging environment where kids feel confident trying new things.
• Help children develop physical skills, confidence, and character.
• Learn and deliver the KidStrong curriculum.
• Build relationships with children and families.
• Work alongside experienced coaches and receive ongoing training and mentorship.

We're Looking For Students Who Are:

• Passionate about helping children grow and succeed.
• Energetic, positive, and comfortable being in front of groups.
• Reliable and committed to their schedule.
• Coachable and willing to learn.
• Interested in gaining experience that supports their future career goals.

Great Fit For Students Studying:

• Education
• Occupational Therapy
• Physical Therapy
• Exercise Science/Kinesiology
• Psychology
• Speech Pathology
• Nursing
• Early Childhood Development
• Recreation Therapy

Schedule Requirements

Part-time opportunities available with availability for:

• Weekday evenings
• Weekends

Why KidStrong?

At KidStrong, you won't just have a job, you'll gain experience that prepares you for your future career while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.

If you're looking for a role where you can grow professionally, develop leadership skills, and positively impact kids every day, we'd love to connect with you!