Learning Lab Assistant Jobs in Peoria, AZ (NOW HIRING)

Are you someone who enjoys staying active and making a positive impact in kids’ lives? If you love working with children and being part of a high-energy environment, this coaching role could be a great fit for you.

LAB is a youth movement program designed to help kids build confidence, coordination, strength, and resilience through ninja-style obstacle training and structured coaching. Whether you have experience in sports, gymnastics, martial arts, parkour, or you're simply eager to learn, we provide the training and systems needed to succeed.

As a Youth Sports Coach, you’ll bring energy, encouragement, and structure to every class. You’ll help lead safe, engaging training sessions while supporting athletes as they build skills, confidence, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead or assist youth ninja and movement-based classes for athletes of different ages and skill levels
• Create a high-energy, structured class environment where athletes stay engaged and excited to learn
• Teach proper technique, provide spotting, and ensure a safe training environment
• Build positive relationships with athletes and communicate with parents before or after class about progress and experience
• Encourage athletes to invite friends and help grow strong, full classes
• Maintain a clean, organized training space and assist with equipment setup and breakdown
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of movement progressions and adapt activities for different skill levels
• Support teammates by helping with class transitions, covering shifts when needed, and assisting during busy rotations
• Help coach camps, field trips, and special events while maintaining the same energy, safety, and leadership expected in regular classes
• Represent LAB with professionalism by arriving prepared, communicating clearly, and contributing to a positive team culture

Core Competencies

• High-energy and engaging coaching style
• Strong communication and people skills
• Reliability and professionalism
• Positive attitude and patience with children
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Team-oriented mindset and willingness to learn

Requirements

• Minimum age: 16 years old
• Experience working with children preferred
• Background in sports, gymnastics, martial arts, parkour, or fitness helpful but not required
• CPR / First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)

Work Schedule & Environment

• Part-time afternoon, evening, and weekend shifts available
• Classes take place in an indoor training facility with frequent interaction with children and families
• Consistent weekly availability preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to demonstrate physical movements and actively participate in classes
• Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, and spotting athletes
• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 25 lbs
• Comfortable working in an active, fast-paced environment

About LAB

LAB is a high performance youth training program built to deliver a consistent, high quality experience for athletes and families. Our program focuses on developing strong, confident kids through structured coaching, movement training, and character development.

At LAB, we believe great programs are built by great teams. We hold high standards, move quickly, and support one another while doing meaningful work that impacts the next generation.

Being part of the LAB team means committing to professionalism, growth, and accountability. Our coaches and staff take ownership of their role, communicate clearly, and always act in the best interest of our athletes, families, and the organization.

Our culture is guided by a set of core values that shape how we operate every day:

Learn • Adapt • Build
We continuously improve our classes, systems, and coaching by testing, learning, and building better solutions.

Speed is King
We respond quickly, solve problems efficiently, and maintain forward momentum.

Don’t Sugar Coat It
We communicate directly and respectfully. Honest feedback helps everyone improve.

Fail Forwards
We take action, learn from mistakes, and use feedback to grow.

Do the Daily Reps
Excellence comes from consistency. We show up prepared, follow systems, and execute the work every day.

Protect the Vision
We stay aligned as a team and protect the mission, standards, and culture that make LAB unique.

If you thrive in a fast moving environment, enjoy working with kids, and want to be part of a team that values growth and accountability, LAB may be the right place for you.