FOR TEMPORARY/CONTRACT EMPLOYMENT
Do you….
- love the game of basketball?
- have experience playing on the court and leading from the sidelines (and enjoy both)?
- have experience building curriculum and coach training programs?
- want to shape how children learn, play, and grow through sports?
Then keep reading!
Hi! We're Stronger Youth Brands, the headquarters and support team behind a portfolio of leading youth enrichment franchise brands, including Little Kickers and Soccer Shots. Together, our brands provide high-quality sports and enrichment experiences for hundreds of thousands of children and families around the world.
We're seeking a full-time Curriculum & Coach Development Specialist to join our team for a minimum of 6 months (in a contract-to-hire role), to support the development of Coach Training and curricular resources for a new basketball program in development. This person will act as our Basketball subject matter expert and will support top-tier curriculum and coach training resources for the program.
Why is this role important to us?
At Stronger Youth Brands, we believe exceptional programming starts with exceptional training. With our growing global franchise community, our 1,000+ coaches and coach-trainers require best-in-class curriculum, practical learning resources, and effective development opportunities to deliver positive, life-changing experiences for children.
The Curriculum & Coach Development Specialist supports consistency, quality, and innovation by developing curriculum resources, supporting coach training initiatives, and helping franchise teams implement programs effectively.
The ideal candidate is equal parts educator, trainer, and curriculum expert, with a passion for youth development and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
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Create and refine Basketball curriculum for children ages 2-11.
- Create session plans, diagrams, family resources, and other curriculum assets in collaboration with the marketing team.
- Coordinate and record curriculum tutorial videos.
- Collect, analyze, and integrate feedback from the franchise community.
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Support the creation and development of Coach Training methodologies and resources.
- Conduct live in-person, synchronous, and asynchronous online training(s).
- Participate in Operator Trainings and other training events.
- Develop trainings and presentations for regional and global conferences.
- Support and maintain high coaching and coach trainer standards
- Develop and support the use of Coach Evaluations and tools (including KPIs and Metrics)
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Curriculum Portal (LMS) updates and administration.
- Maintain LMS portal content (update, refresh, and reorganize as needed)
- Provide LMS administrative support to franchise owners and their teams (e.g., access, FAQs).
- Act as the new program's subject matter expert on curriculum and training coaches.
About the Company, Culture & Commitment
Our company's vision is to provide beloved growth experiences for children and a remarkable experience for every family. Through our portfolio of youth enrichment brands, we help children develop confidence, character, physical literacy, and a lifelong love of learning and movement.
Our dedicated Stronger Youth Brands team supports franchise businesses worldwide that deliver impactful programming in local communities. We are committed to providing our franchise partners with exceptional resources, training, and support so they can focus on creating meaningful experiences for children and families.
Our Interview Process
Following submission of a resume/application, selected candidates will be invited to:
- A 30-minute video interview with the HR team (Microsoft Teams)
- A 1-hour video interview with the Director, Curriculum & Training (Microsoft Teams)
- Finalists may be invited to a final interview in-person or virtually as a final step.
We're seeking a hard-working team player with:
- Passion for the Stronger Youth Brands mission and a strong alignment with our core values
- Minimum bachelor’s degree in education, coaching, or related field
- Experience working with children aged 2-11 in a sports or enrichment setting
- Minimum 2 years of experience in curriculum design, planning, development, or integration
- Minimum 3 years of experience training, coaching, mentoring, or developing coaches
- Minimum 3 years of public speaking, presentation, or facilitation experience
- Strong understanding of youth sports, physical development, and age-appropriate learning progression
- Excellent written communication and attention to detail
- Strong organization and project management capabilities
- Customer-service mindset with professional and proactive communication skills
- Ability to think critically, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement
- Ability to balance competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Collaborative, relationship-focused approach to work
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- A growth mindset and desire to continuously learn, improve, and help others succeed.
- Must have physical ability to coach: i.e. stand, run, jog, jump, bend, etc. for up to an hour at a time.
- Must have or be able to obtain a valid passport.
- Must have or obtain required federal/provincial/local clearances to work in schools and childcare facilities with children without supervision.
Contract Information:
This is a full-time, temporary position requiring 40 hours per week for an estimated 6 months, with the possibility of transitioning into a permanent full-time position.
Schedule: Monday - Friday from 8:30 AM - 5 PM (flexible scheduling offered)
Hours per week: 40
Contract Start/End (est.): November, 2026 - June, 2027
Hourly Contract Rate: $35.00/hour
Some travel and occasional evening or weekend commitments may be required during conferences, training events, and busy seasons. Flexible scheduling options are available.
Apply Now!
Stronger Youth Brands provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Flexible work from home options available.
— Sarah J.
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Marketing Manager
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