Learning Development Coordinator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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 (K-8 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 staff
  2. 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 UFIT's 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 Megan's Law check, drug test, and background check.
• Current TB clearance.
• Live Scan background check (at candidate's 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 children's lives. We use sports and structured physical education as a bridge to confidence, academic engagement, and future opportunities-including pathways to college and lifelong wellness.

By joining UFIT, you're 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 isn't just a job building training systems-it's a chance to help shape programs that change how children experience school, sports, and their own potential.