Martial Arts Instructor
YMCA of Metropolitan DetroitMichigan, United States
Posted May 7, 2024
Full Time
About the Company
YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a community-centric organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of children and families through comprehensive youth development, health and wellness programs, and social responsibility initiatives. With a legacy spanning 168 years, the Y offers a diverse portfolio that includes aquatics, swim lessons, day and resident camps, child care, virtual learning support, fitness classes, personal training, yoga, HIIT, spin, and sports. The organization's inclusive approach—serving men, women and children of all backgrounds—creates a welcoming environment that fosters personal growth and community engagement. By combining long-standing tradition with innovative programming, the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit remains a leading catalyst for positive change in the region.
Job Description
The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the foundation of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The position of Martial Arts Instructor supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
Requirements
- Create lesson plans to ensure skill progression for all ages advancing in belt levels.
- Plan and communicate belt-testing event to promote students within the class.
- Plan and prepare skill progression specific to martial arts for each class.
- Instruct martial arts skill progression for all ages advancing in belt levels.
- Ensure students are using proper form and structure.
- Responsible for martial arts students' supervision and safety.
- Accurately track class attendance.
- Provide parent communication through daily connections, orientations and class overviews.
- Complete skill evaluations for each student in class and keep skill cards up to date for class selection and progression awards.
- Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.
