Youth Instructor (Martial Arts) - West Boise YMCA

Description

The West Boise YMCA is seeking a Martial Arts Instructor to join their team. This instructor is responsible for creating a friendly, helpful, positive atmosphere for members participating in group classes through supervision and by developing and managing high-quality youth programs.

Serving over 20,000 active youth, adult, and family members, the West Branch of the Treasure Valley Family YMCA helps members lead a healthier, happier life. Facility amenities and features include six fitness studios, three racquetball courts, full-court basketball gym, youth activity center, climbing wall, 50-meter swimming pool, and training pool.

Schedule:

This is a part time position averaging 4-6 hours weekly based on class schedule. Pay: $21.53 - $26.91 per class rate. Pay based on experience, class length and age group.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver martial arts lessons that teach maneuvers through demonstration and safe practices for students of different ages and skill levels.
• Ensure thorough warm-ups prior to lesson plan and practices.
• Create a positive and exciting classroom environment that encourages student participation and growth.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized studio space.
• Stay current with trends and techniques to continually enhance your teaching skills.
• Communicate effectively with the Youth Director.
• Follow safety, CAP, and code procedures.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Martial Arts or Karate Instructor; 1 year minimum.
• Excellent teaching and communication skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students.
• Patient, positive, and enthusiastic attitude.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Benefits:

• Employees will receive a FREE individual YMCA Membership.
• Ability to utilize FREE childcare when teaching classes - up to 2 hours a day.

Welcoming and Inclusion:

At the Y, we welcome everyone whose behavior adheres to our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We advance our cause by building a stronger and more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive, and reach their full potential with dignity. The Y is a force for building bridges among all people-regardless of ability, age, birthplace, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, race, or sexual orientation. The Y is for all.

How To Apply:

External candidates must complete an online application. If you have any questions regarding the position, please visit our website at or contact View email address on click.appcast.io. All current and previous YMCA staff must apply through their UKG account, and updated resume and cover letter is recommended.