Bilingual Self Defense Instructor

Building Service 32BJ Benefit Funds; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Part time

Job summary

SEIU 32BJ Training Fund seeks qualified bilingual self-defense instructors for part-time classes in the Washington DC area, serving diverse linguistic and cultural settings.

Responsibilities include planning lessons, teaching with a student-centered approach, and maintaining attendance records. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is encouraged, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Fluency in Spanish and English.
• Experience teaching self-defense to adult learners.
• CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor certification a plus.
• Flexible schedule; ability to work nights and weekends.
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication.
• Ability to use digital platforms to instruct and record program data.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement lesson plans aligned with the curriculum.
• Teach course content using a student-centered approach.
• Follow applicable agency curriculum requirements.
• Co-teach with 1-2 other instructors.
• Maintain and submit attendance records.
• Maintain ongoing communication with supervisor.
• Participate in professional development activities.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Teaching experience

Interpersonal skills

Digital platforms for instruction

Flexible schedule

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor certification (AHA/Red Cross)

Job description

SEIU 32BJ Training Fund

Bilingual Self Defense Instructor

The 32BJ Training Fund is seeking qualified candidates for part-time Bilingual Self Defense instructors for classes taught in the Washington D.C., Virginia, and Maryland area .

About us

SEIU 32BJ is a service union headquartered in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan that represents cleaners, maintenance workers, service staff, and security officers in the New York City area and nine other states on the East Coast. Our mission is to educate every member so that they have the tools they need to meet the challenges of a changing industry.

Who we’re looking for

• Creative, dynamic instructors with security/law enforcement training experience, including self-defense, who enjoy working in diverse linguistic and cultural settings
• Teachers who have a passion to empower our Union members through teaching industry skills and education

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement lesson plans that are aligned with the curriculum and incorporate the provided educational materials
• Teach course content using a student-centered approach
• Follow applicable agency curriculum requirements
• Co-teach with 1-2 other instructors, on occasion
• Maintain and submit records of attendance
• Maintain ongoing communication with supervisor
• Participate in relevant professional development activities, as available

Qualifications

• High School diploma or its equivalent
• Proficiency in Spanish and English
• Experience teaching s elf-defense training , particularly to adult learners
• CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor certification from American Heart Association or Americ an Red Cross a plus
• Flexible schedule (willing to work nights and weekends)
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to inte ract with students from a variety of linguistic and cultural backgrounds
• Ability to use digital platforms to instruct, communicate, and record program data

COVID-19 Considerations

• Record of completed COVID-19 vaccine or confirmed medical/religious exemption form organization prior to interviewing
• Compliance with current COVID-19 protocols of the organization

Classes Offered

• Mainly weekends however, sessions also run some weekdays and weeknights

Location(s)

• Various locations in the Capital Area District

Compensation

• $75 per teaching hour for classes requiring instructor certifications
• $50 per hour for non-teaching activities such as professional development
• Paid preparation time
• Paid in-house training, coaching, and professional development opportunities
• Paid travel time to off-site/employer locations