Learning and Development Coordinator

Job Description

Salary: $28-$30 hr

Role Purpose

We are seeking a Learning & Development Coordinator who operates as both a hands-on trainer in the field and a systems builder behind the scenes. This role is responsible for actively training coaches on-site, reinforcing UFIT standards in real environments, and working directly with our internal developer to build and refine the systems that power training, assessments, and performance tracking.

This is not a passive coordination role. This position is responsible for ensuring training is executed, measured, and continuously improved in real time across schools.

You will work directly with:

Coaches (hands-on training and accountability)

Leadership (performance and standards)

Our internal developer (building training + tracking systems)

Key Responsibilities

1. Hands-On Coach Training (Primary Function)

Train new and existing coaches on-site at schools (K8 environments)

Lead live coaching sessions focused on:

Student engagement

Transitions (signal direction countdown)

SEL language and behavior management

Structured gameplay and lesson execution

Conduct real-time corrections, modeling, and feedback

Run onboarding shadow shifts and certify coaches for deployment

Ensure coaches are executing UFIT standards consistently across all sites

Lead monthly trainings, workshops, and in-service sessions

Build ongoing development plans for coaches and leadership staff2. Performance Evaluation & Accountability

Observe coaches and complete structured evaluations

Identify performance gaps and implement targeted retraining plans

Track coach performance using measurable standards (engagement, transitions, structure, SEL use)

Partner with leadership to address under performance quickly and effectively

Work directly with the internal developer to:

Design and improve UFITs training and tracking software

Define workflows for:

EOD reporting

Coach assessments

Incident tracking

Performance scoring systems

Translate real coaching operations into clear product requirements

Test and validate system functionality in real-world environments

Ensure the platform supports scalability to 100+ schools

3. Training System Development and On-boarding

Build and refine:

Training SOPs

Coaching manuals

Certification pathways

Role-based training systems (Assistant Coach Head Coach progression)

Convert field observations intorepeatable training systems

Continuously improve onboarding and training efficiency

Manage onboarding and training schedules across multiple sites

Maintain audit-ready documentation

Ensure all staff meet UFIT and school district compliance standards

Qualifications

2+ years experience in training coordination, HR, L&D, operations, or program management

Strong organizational and project management skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

High attention to detail and strong follow-through

Comfortable with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Forms, Calendar)

Ability to manage multiple timelines, sites, and staff groups

Experience in education, youth programs, healthcare, or service-based organizations strongly preferred

Must pass Megans Law check, drug test, and background check.

Current TB clearance.

Live Scan background check (at candidates expense).

Strongly Preferred

Experience building or managing onboarding systems and SOPs

Experience tracking compliance, certifications, or staff credentials

Experience working with coaches, teachers, or field staff

Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) or training portals

Background in K-12, youth development, sports, or education services

What Success Looks Like in This Role

New hires are onboarded faster, cleaner, and more consistently

Training completion and compliance tracking is organized and reliable

Coaches and site staff receive clear, structured development pathways

UFIT training materials are up-to-date, accessible, and standardized

Leadership has visibility into training progress and gaps

Why Join UFIT

At UFIT, your work directly impacts childrens lives. We use sports and structured physical education as a bridge to confidence, academic engagement, and future opportunitiesincluding pathways to college and lifelong wellness.

By joining UFIT, youre helping:

Bring high-quality physical education to communities that need it most

Create safe, structured, and inspiring sports environments for students

Build pathways through sports that connect youth to mentorship, leadership, and college opportunities

Raise the standard of coaching and youth development across school campuses

Be part of a mission-driven organization focused on equity, access, and real outcomes for kids

This isnt just a job building training systemsits a chance to help shape programs that change how children experience school, sports, and their own potential.

Full-time