Assistant Martial Arts Instructor - Taekwondo Experience Preferred

Job Description

Job Description

This position is based in Manchester, MO and serves the Greater St. Louis area.
ABOUT THE ROLE

As an Assistant Instructor at KickIt Taekwondo St. Louis, you support the Head Instructor in delivering high-quality classes and creating an exceptional student experience. You are on the mat every day — helping students progress, supporting the enrollment process, and embodying the KickIt championship mindset. This role is ideal for a passionate Black Belt ready to grow into leadership.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Head Instructor in teaching structured classes for all ages and belt levels
• Run warm-ups, drills, and small group training sessions independently when required
• Support the enrollment process — engage trial students, build rapport, and assist with membership presentations
• Follow up with trial class students and families to support conversion to membership
• Help explain program options, pricing, and belt curriculum to prospective students and parents
• Support student onboarding — greet new students and guide their first classes
• Monitor attendance and flag engagement or retention concerns to the Head Instructor
• Help prepare students for belt testing — track readiness and run review sessions
• Maintain mat cleanliness, equipment, and safety standards before and after each class
• Participate in school events, community demos, and enrollment activities

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Minimum 1st Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo (WT/WTF recognized)
• 1+ year of teaching or coaching experience (youth experience a strong asset)
• Some sales or customer service experience — comfortable talking to parents and prospects
• Able to support the enrollment conversation: explain value, handle objections, and encourage sign-up
• Energetic, patient, and enthusiastic about developing young martial artists
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Background check required | First Aid/CPR certified (or willing to obtain)

Kick It Taekwondo is a fast-growing martial arts school network based in Surrey, BC, with locations at King George and Panorama. We are dedicated to building champions — on the mat and in life — through world-class Taekwondo training, elite youth development, and a culture of excellence. We are actively expanding into the US market and building toward becoming a leading martial arts brand in North America.

Company Description

Kick It Taekwondo is a fast-growing martial arts school network based in Surrey, BC, with locations at King George and Panorama. We are dedicated to building champions — on the mat and in life — through world-class Taekwondo training, elite youth development, and a culture of excellence. We are actively expanding into the US market and building toward becoming a leading martial arts brand in North America.