Martial Arts Instructor

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The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is looking for a Martial Arts Instructor who loves connecting with people and sharing their passion with others. We spend our days positively impacting our community through athletics, helping children reach their potential and achieve age‑appropriate goals.

• Free YMCA membership – access to all branches
• Flexible work schedule
• Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs
• Planning for your future – ask us how we do it at the Y – it’s awesome

• Minimum age: 18+
• Some college or equivalent
• 3+ years experience in martial arts (all disciplines)
• Ability to work with and be sensitive to others while portraying a positive coaching style
• Ability to perform activities requiring sustained concentration and attention
• Ability to physically assist (spot) participants through skill development

• Conduct YMCA Sports Program instruction in accordance with YMCA program standards
• Ensure adherence to YMCA progressive or competitive standards and quality
• Provide a safe environment that allows members and participants to learn the YMCA sports curriculum
• Encourage and support staff and students for an enjoyable YMCA experience
• Reinforce the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility through example and recognition of participant displays of character
• Ensure the facility is left clean and orderly after each session
• Participate as part of the YMCA staff team in providing a safe and enjoyable environment
• Provide excellent service to members and participants
• Communicate all YMCA rules and remain accessible and identifiable
• Manage participant behavior using a collaborative approach with supervision and parents
• Complete timely reports of incidents, complaints or compliments to the director/supervisor
• Follow the detailed schedule provided by the leader/supervisor and apply specialized sport skills to implement lesson plans

• Support from an amazing team, including training on expectations
• Opportunities to learn and grow at the YMCA
• Being part of a nonprofit organization that strengthens the community
• Great members to work with every day

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam‑era or special‑disabled veteran or other protected classification in accordance with applicable laws.

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