Program Specialist (Focus on Karate)- Brandywine YMCA Family Location

Ymca; Edenridge (DE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Brandywine YMCA is seeking a Programs Specialist focused on karate to plan, prepare, and lead structured karate classes for youth and teens at the Wilmington location. This part-time role offers opportunities to impact health, skills development, and community engagement.

You will teach fundamentals and progressive techniques, adapt activities for different ages and abilities, and uphold safety and inclusion standards while collaborating with a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to serve a diverse community.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated knowledge of karate fundamentals, techniques, terminology and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and facilitate structured karate classes appropriate to participant age, experience, and skill level.
• Teach foundational and progressive karate techniques, including stances, movements, blocks, strikes, kicks, forms, and other skills appropriate to the program.
• Demonstrate techniques clearly and provide participants with appropriate instruction, correction, encouragement, and feedback.
• Modify activities and instruction as appropriate to accommodate different skill and developmental levels.
• Incorporate age-appropriate activities that keep participants engaged while supporting skill development.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Karate fundamentals

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Program Specialist (Focus on Karate)- Brandywine YMCA Family Location

Job Category: PROGRAM

Part-Time

Locations

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Brandywine YMCA
Wilmington, DE 19803, USA

Description

• Ensure every youth and teen we serve is on a pathway to success
• Improve the health and wellbeing of every individual and family we serve
• Unite communities and inspire service to others

• 12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility
• Learning and development workshops
• Career advancement opportunities
• Staff Discounts on Programs & Services and more!

Rate of pay: $15-$18. Final compensation is based on factors such as skills, qualifications, and experience.

Essential Functions:

• Plan, prepare, and facilitate structured karate classes appropriate to participant age, experience, and skill level.
• Teach foundational and progressive karate techniques, including stances, movements, blocks, strikes, kicks, forms, and other skills appropriate to the program.
• Demonstrate techniques clearly and provide participants with appropriate instruction, correction, encouragement, and feedback.
• Modify activities and instruction as appropriate to accommodate different skill and developmental levels.
• Incorporate age-appropriate activities that keep participants engaged while supporting skill development.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to serve a diverse community.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated knowledge of karate fundamentals, techniques, terminology and safety practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional qualifications specific to each program (such as certifications or degrees in dance, sports, or education)

The YMCA of Delaware is an equal opportunity employer. The Y maintains a work environment in which staff are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and staff without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.

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