Lead Youth Karate Instructor

YMC; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Demakes Family YMCA in Lynn, MA seeks a Lead Youth Karate Instructor to run classes for ages 3-12 and foster confidence, discipline, and focus. The role emphasizes building strong relationships with youth and families, with afternoon, evening, and weekend availability required.

Requirements include 1-2+ years with youth, CPR/First Aid/AED within 90 days, and preferred martial arts credentials. Schedule and programs adapt to enrollment and season needs.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• 1-2+ years experience leading youth; karate or martial art background preferred.
• CPR/First Aid/AED cert within 90 days of hire.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; some evenings/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead age-appropriate karate classes per YMCA standards.
• Teach fundamentals: stances, strikes, blocks, kata, self-control.
• Build confidence, discipline, respect, and focus in youth.
• Open/close class with YMCA pledge; ensure safety and risk-management.
• Set up, break down mats, and maintain equipment after class.
• Learn participants' names and foster relationships with families.
• Report attendance, incidents, and progress to supervisors.
• Attend bi-monthly staff meetings and assist with events.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Education

CPR/First Aid/AED certification

Martial arts instructor certification or black belt, or working towards

Child Abuse Prevention training

Job description

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Lead Youth Karate Instructor

Lynn, MA, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1539

Salary Range: $16.00 To $19.00 Annually

POSITION SUMMARY

The Demakes Family YMCA is seeking an energetic, relationship-driven Lead Youth Karate Instructor to lead instructional classes for ages 3-12. We're looking for someone with experience leading and working with youth who can build the whole child - confidence, discipline, respect, and focus - not just physical skill.

Note: Classes and programs run based on enrollment; hours and sessions offered will vary accordingly.

Schedule: Varies by season, enrollment, and program needs. Afternoons, evenings, and weekends required.

Required Availability:

• Monday, 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
• Saturday, 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and lead age-appropriate karate classes per YMCA standards, helping youth build skills and belt progression over time
• Teach fundamentals - stances, strikes, blocks, kata, and self-control - while emphasizing discipline, respect, and focus
• Help each participant feel successful by recognizing and building on their individual strengths
• Open and close each class with the YMCA pledge
• Create a safe, inclusive environment; follow YMCA safety and risk-management policies
• Arrive early to set up, and stay after to break down and store mats and other equipment
• Check in with the Welcome Center upon arrival
• Learn participants' names and build genuine relationships with youth and their families
• Build positive relationships with participants, parents/guardians, and staff; communicate attendance, incidents, and progress to supervisors
• Model YMCA core values (Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility); arrive on time and prepared
• Attend bi-monthly staff meetings
• Assist with events, belt testing/promotion ceremonies, or substitute coaching coverage as needed

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• 1-2+ years of experience leading and working with youth; prior training, competition, or teaching experience in karate or another martial art strongly preferred
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification within 90 days of hire, maintained thereafter
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills; ability to work nights/weekends
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus; martial arts instructor certification, black belt rank, or working towards those preferred
• Child Abuse Prevention training (provided in week one) and CPR/First Aid certification (AFFA, ACE, ACSM, NASM, or similar)