Karate / Martial Arts Instructor | Dubai

English Language Private School; Dubai; On-site; AED 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

English Language Private School in Dubai seeks a full-time Karate/Martial Arts Instructor to plan and deliver age-appropriate lessons for students across year groups, focusing on discipline, safety, and physical fitness in line with the UK curriculum.

The role involves demonstrating techniques, supervising practice, tracking progress, and collaborating with staff to support student wellbeing and personal development, with an emphasis on inclusive learning and positive behaviour.

Qualifications

• Strong martial arts instruction in a school setting.
• Formal training or certification in Taekwondo, Boxing, or Kickboxing.
• Experience teaching mixed-ability groups and lesson planning.
• Coaching for safety and performance with progression tracking.
• First aid knowledge is an advantage; UAE or similar school experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate martial arts lessons.
• Demonstrate techniques and supervise practice sessions.
• Manage class behavior and ensure a safe training environment.
• Track progress and communicate with staff and families as appropriate.
• Collaborate with the wider school team to support wellbeing and personal development.

Skills

Martial Arts Instruction

Taekwondo

Boxing

Kickboxing

Coaching

First aid

Job description

Company Description

English Language Private School is a UK curriculum school in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, serving students from FS2 to Year 13. The school follows the UK National Curriculum and offers GCSE, International GCSE, and International A Level programs. It provides a structured and supportive environment that emphasizes academic excellence and holistic student development. English Language Private School is committed to delivering high-quality education that prepares learners for global opportunities and further studies.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Karate / Martial Arts Instructor role based at English Language Private School in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The instructor will plan and deliver age-appropriate martial arts lessons, focusing on skills development, discipline, safety, and physical fitness for students across different year groups. Daily responsibilities include demonstrating techniques, supervising practice sessions, managing class behavior, and ensuring a safe training environment that aligns with school policies. The role also involves preparing students for internal demonstrations or school events, tracking progress, and communicating effectively with school staff and, where appropriate, families. The instructor will collaborate with the wider school team to support the overall wellbeing and personal development of students.

Qualifications

• Strong Martial Arts Instruction skills, with the ability to teach mixed-ability groups in a school setting.
• Proficiency in one or more disciplines such as Taekwondo, Boxing, or Kickboxing, with formal training or certification.
• Demonstrated Training skills, including session planning, progression tracking, and coaching for safety and performance.
• Relevant coaching or instructor certifications from recognized martial arts or sports bodies.
• Experience working with children or young people in an educational or coaching environment.
• Ability to maintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning atmosphere focused on discipline and personal growth.
• Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate with school staff and follow school policies and procedures.
• First aid knowledge or certification is an advantage; prior experience in a school in the UAE or similar setting is beneficial.