Children's Karate Instructor

Amazing Athletes; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Karate Zoo, presented by Amazing Athletes, introduces children to martial arts through a high-energy, progression-based program. With Muscle Zoo friends, students build confidence, discipline, focus, respect, and coordination while earning colored belts.

This part-time coach role is perfect for someone who loves kids and teaching. Available 2pm–4:30pm on at least two afternoons per week, with pay starting at $20/hour during training and rising to $25/hour after.

Qualifications

• Flexible, part-time schedule that works well with school or another job.
• Paid training and ongoing professional development including pay and reimbursement for CPR and additional certifications/training.
• Starting Pay (Assistant Instructor during training): $20/hour
• Instructor Pay (after successful training): $25/hour
• Performance-based advancement opportunities with pay up to $40/hour.

Responsibilities

• Lead karate sessions for preschool and elementary-age children in a fun, engaging manner.
• Follow lesson plans and bring activities to life.
• Maintain a safe, positive learning environment.
• Complete DCF background check and childcare/school clearance.

Skills

Energetic

Patience

Professional

Teach kids

Job description

Available Locations:

• Winter Garden
• Orlando
• Dr Phillips
• Lake Nona/East Orlando
• Apopka
• Winter Park

Karate Zoo (presented by Amazing Athletes – the nation's leading youth enrichment provider!) introduces children to the exciting world of martial arts through a fun, high-energy, progression-based program. With the help of our lovable Muscle Zoo friends, students learn the fundamentals of martial arts while building confidence, discipline, focus, respect, and coordination. As they develop their skills, students earn colored belts and stripes to celebrate their achievements and progress. Hi-yah!

This is the perfect role for someone who loves working with kids, enjoys teaching and motivating others, and brings energy, patience, and positivity to every class. If you're passionate about helping children stay active, build confidence, and develop valuable life skills through martial arts in a fun and encouraging environment, we'd love to meet you!

• Available during 2pm-4:30pm at least two afternoons per week Mon-Fri (additional morning hours are also available!)
• Must enjoy working with children and creating a fun, positive learning environment
• Passion for science, medicine, education, or hands-on learning
• Comfortable leading small groups of preschool and/or elementary-age children
• Reliable, energetic, patient, and professional
• Must be able to follow lesson plans and bring activities to life in an engaging way
• Must pass a DCF background check and meet all required childcare/school clearance requirements
• Reliable transportation required

Background Check Information: All coaches are required to successfully complete a Department of Children and Families (DCF) background screening as a condition of employment. For more information about the screening requirements, please visit Florida Clearinghouse Information.

• Flexible, part-time schedule that works well with school or another job.
• Paid training and ongoing professional development including pay and reimbursement for CPR and additional certifications/training.
• Starting Pay (Assistant Instructor during training): $20/hour
• Instructor Pay (after successful training): $25/hour
• Performance-based advancement opportunities with pay up to $40/hour.
• Join a fun, supportive team that's passionate about making a difference in children's lives every day.