Youth Martial Arts Instructor - Westminster (Hill)

About the role

Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision they’ve made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves. If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us. At the Y in Central Maryland, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Under the direction of the Program/Sports Director, the Youth Martial Arts Instructor leads engaging and structured martial arts classes for children while creating a safe, supportive, and positive learning environment. Instructors teach age-appropriate martial arts techniques, encourage confidence, discipline, and respect, and help students build skills while ensuring classes are fun and engaging.

Responsibilities

• Must obtain CPR/FA within 90 days of hire.
• Must be able to demonstrate and explain basic sports skills that are being taught.
• Lead youth martial arts classes for participants of varying ages and skill levels.
• Teach proper martial arts techniques while maintaining a safe environment.
• Encourage confidence, discipline, teamwork, and respect.
• Build positive relationships with participants and families.
• Set up and put away equipment before and after class.
• Follow the class curriculum and track attendance.

Requirements

• EDUCATION: High School Diploma preferred, but not required.
• EXPERIENCE: Previous experience teaching, coaching, or assisting with martial arts instruction, preferably with youth. Experience working with children in a structured learning environment is preferred.
• CERTIFICATIONS: Current CPR/AED/O2/First Aid certification (or O2 within 30 days of hire). Completion of new associate training (including Child Abuse Prevention) before scheduled to work.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Ability to be an effective communicator, especially with children.
• WORKING CONDITIONS: Stand in one area for extended periods of time; stand and walk for extended periods of time; ascend and descend steps; occasional outdoor activities; lift and move up to 50 lbs.
• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Physically able to demonstrate martial arts techniques and successfully perform the essential functions of the position; regular use of hands, arms, and voice for instruction and demonstration; ability to move throughout all YMCA program areas and lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
• ACCOUNTABILITY: Accountable for completion of assigned goals as measured by the number of people served, cause-driven measures, service satisfaction scores, operating results, and supervisor evaluation of assigned duties. An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet minimum requirements of the position. Requirements may include a background check, drug test, driver’s license record, CPS, and/or criminal background check. Additional driver’s license check, CPS, criminal background check, alcohol, and/or drug testing may be required in the future to meet and/or maintain position requirements. All Y associates agree to abide by The