Martial Arts Instructor

City-of-Kenner; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 8,596,000 - 10,745,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Kenner is seeking a part-time Martial Arts instructor to lead classes at approved locations. You will teach techniques, ensure safety, and reinforce department rules during instruction.

Reports to Leisure Service Supervisor and coordinates with the schedule set for karate classes. Must be able to read directives and mediate disputes professionally, while remaining active throughout class sessions.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a background in Martial Arts.
• Desirable: prior background in Martial Arts or Martial Arts instruction.

Responsibilities

• Instruct Martial Arts classes.
• Represent the Kenner Parks and Recreation Department at martial arts classes for interpretation of the rules and regulations.
• Report to the department any problems that may occur during class.

Skills

Mediation

Communication

Reading comprehension

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Martial Arts equipment

Job description

****THIS IS NOT A CIVIL SERVICE POSITION. ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE FORWARDED TO THE PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT****

Part Time: 10 Hrs/Week

To teach Martial Arts. Reports to the Leisure Service Supervisor.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• To instruct Martial Arts classes.
• To be the representative for the Kenner Parks and Recreation Department at martial arts classes for interpretation of the rules and regulations.
• To be responsible to report to the Kenner Parks and Recreation Department any problems that may occur during class.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / HOURS WORKED

Will be required to work at assigned location of martial arts class. Work hours will be determined by schedule set for karate classes by the Kenner Parks and Recreation Department Leisure Service Division.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

This individual must be able to read and to be able to comprehend directions from the Leisure Service Manager and Program Coordinator concerning various rules and regulations set forth by the Kenner Parks and Recreation Department Leisure Service Division. Must be able to act as a mediator and supervisor if a dispute occurs during class.

PHYSICAL INVOLVEMENT

Standing, bending and moving constantly during class instruction time.

MENTAL INVOLVEMENT

To be able to comprehend verbal or written direction and instructions from Leisure Service Manager or Program Coordinator.

EQUIPMENT USED

Martial Arts equipment

HUMAN RELATIONS INVOLVEMENT

To be able to monitor and respond in a responsible manner in various situations and to maintain an objective attitude, tact and discretion under these conditions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and must have a background in Martial Arts.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior background in Martial Arts or Martial Arts instruction.