Martial Arts Instructor for K-12 After School (Wellesley, MA)
About The Position
Togetherhood is a marketplace connecting educators with schools and communities seeking enrichment programs. The organization’s mission is to bring high-quality enrichment and education to every community. The Martial Arts Instructor will teach K–12 students martial arts, including Karate, Taekwondo, MMA, or BJJ, at schools, buildings, and communities in Boston and surrounding areas, with a specific need in Wellesley, Massachusetts. Teaching opportunities are in person and may run for terms of 6 to 18 weeks. Instructors are paid per class, either at a flat rate or per student, as determined by the partner school. This is contracted, supplemental 1099 work. A separate materials budget is available for classes that require one. Applicants should submit a resume showing relevant teaching and subject-area experience. Applicants without formal teaching experience may provide other relevant experience or training in the application questionnaire. Candidates whose resumes are a fit will be invited to a screening call on Google Meet and assessed on teaching experience, subject expertise, punctuality, and reliability. The final step is onboarding onto Togetherhood’s platform. All instructors must pass a background check and meet state-specific clearance requirements to work with children.
Requirements
- Experience teaching school-age children.
- Subject-matter expertise in martial arts, such as Karate, Taekwondo, MMA, or BJJ.
- Ability to create a fun, structured, and inclusive classroom environment.
- Dependable, proactive, cooperative, supportive, and flexible; able to work autonomously while appreciating support and clear expectations.
- Must complete and pass a background check and applicable state-specific clearances to work with children.
Nice To Haves
- Passion and skill for building hands-on projects with children.
- Enthusiasm for teaching children and for personal development and learning.
- Ability to bring personal voice and creativity to each class.
Responsibilities
- Develop age-appropriate martial arts curriculum for after-school students.
- Lead weekly in-person classes with enthusiasm and expertise.
- Establish a well-structured, lively classroom that keeps students engaged.
- Foster a positive, supportive, and encouraging learning environment for students with varying skill levels.
- Build connections with students in a warm and inclusive environment.
- Track student growth and provide positive, helpful feedback.
- Arrive prepared and on time, ready to teach.
- Create a memorable experience for children in the class.
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