Martial Arts Instructor (Rockaway YMCA)

YMCA of Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Paid-time off

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

Join the YMCA of Greater New York as a Martial Arts Instructor. Be responsible for teaching youth martial arts, promoting safety and enjoyment, while ensuring personal growth and physical competence. This part-time role offers an enriching opportunity to empower the next generation through martial arts.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience teaching children/teens martial arts.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all ages.
• Content expert in designated martial arts.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a fun, safe experience for all participants.
• Supervise children and ensure their health and safety.
• Develop program objectives and lesson plans.

Skills

Communication

Youth development knowledge

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Current martial arts instruction certification

Current First Aid / CPR certifications

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Part-Time / Regular

$20.00 - $30.00 Hourly

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.

The Rockaway YMCA is seeking a Martial Arts Instructor who will be responsible for working with children / teens to promote the enjoyment of Martial Arts while improving physical competence, developing confidence and teaching basic skill development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a fun, safe and positive experience for all participants.
• Ensure the health, safety and well-being of children in the program, by providing close supervision of all activities.
• Work with the Supervisor to develop program objectives and goals for each program session.
• Create a written lesson plan for the program session that is age-appropriate and progressive.
• Modify lesson plans and instruction to meet the needs of the participants.
• Communicate with parents / guardians regarding the progress of their child / teen, and registration for the next session.
• Provide supervision of the participants in line with YMCA program standards and guidelines (i.e. ratio, attendance).
• Communicate to parents / guardians about additional YMCA opportunities that can benefit them or their child.
• Create an environment that is encouraging to all participant, regardless of skill level.
• Inform supervisor on-duty regarding any incident reports that need to be filled out.
• Have a thorough knowledge of branch emergency procedures and take appropriate actions for emergency situations.
• Maintain accurate program documentation (attendance, sign in/out forms, behavior reports, incident reports, and accident reports, as appropriate).
• Ensure the cleanliness of program space during all activities.
• Work with the Supervisor to develop and lead program promotion and recruitment efforts.
• Attend YMCA Coaching within 90 days of employment.
• Receive CDC Heads Up Concussion in Youth Sports certification within 30 days of employment.
• Attend YMCA Coaching 101 Training within 90 days of employment
• Actively participate in all training sessions, designated meetings and special events.
  
  

Desired Skills & Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience teaching children / teens martial arts, in a structured setting.
• Current martial arts instruction certification by a recognized body beyond belt rank and ability.
• Content expert in designated martial arts.
• Knowledge of youth development stages.
• Current First Aid / CPR certifications.
• Ability to communicate effectively with members of all ages.
• Must be available to flexible hours including weekends and holidays.
  
  

Benefits:The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members including retirement benefits , medical, paid-time off, free YMCA membership and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (ie. full-time or part-time), tenure and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.

How to Apply:

If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application , and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.

If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit your application through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone.

Job ID

req644

Employment Type

Part-Time / Regular

Location

Rockaways YMCA

207 Beach 73rd Street

Arverne, NY, 11692

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