Taekwondo Assistant Instructor

YMCA of Upper Palmetto•Indian Land, SC

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Master Taekwondo Instructor, Program Director, or Branch Director, and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA, the Assistant Taekwondo Instructor is responsible for instructing safe, effective, and fun Taekwondo classes. This role also involves enhancing the quality and growth of the program and retaining participants. The Assistant Taekwondo Instructor will assist with various branch activities such as special events and seminars.

Requirements

Knowledge and Understanding of Taekwondo.
3+ years of Taekwondo teaching experience.
Ability to understand and teach curriculum set by the Master Instructor.
Completed training and testing of a black belt degree or higher.
Fulfill any continuing education or training requirements needed to be effective in role.
CPR/AED/FIRST AID for Adult and Pediatric within 30 days of hire.
Current Bloodborne Pathogens and Child Abuse Prevention Certifications.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability and willingness to approach participants in a non-threatening manner to correct form, offer suggestions and diffuse potentially volatile situations.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Team Player (willing and able to assist participants and other instructors).
Have a positive attitude and desire to achieve the mission of the YMCA of Upper Palmetto.
Physical Requirements; carrying, seeing, hearing, speaking, running, crouching, lifting (25lbs) and walking.

Responsibilities

Provide a safe and effective program in accordance with current taekwondo practices.
Supervise and guide the participants through Taekwondo instruction.
Be aware of the various abilities of the participants and potential problems associated with poor technique.
Provide a safe and clean environment by keeping the area clean and free of obstacles.
Report to supervisor any equipment that is not working properly or any incidents that occur.
Assist in and/or set up and take down equipment required for the class.
Assist in keeping all equipment clean, organized and secure.
Adapting and addressing needs within class as they occur.
Developing and ability to instruct appropriate curriculum relevant to the age, safety, and expertise of the class and participants.
Know and follow emergency procedures as situations warrant.
Start and finish classes on time.
Act as a substitute for class if requested by the Master Instructor and/or assist Master instructor in class.
Wear appropriate clothing and uniform in accordance with Taekwondo practice.
Greet each participant, with name recognition being important in making the participant feel welcome.
Attend all classes and tastings as needed.
Attend scheduled staff meetings and special events.
Communicate schedules and updates with parents in a kind and professional manner.
Encourage and practice self-defense and safety components of taekwondo.
Promote defense and tenets as a practice of Taekwondo such as courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control and indomitable spirit, instead of injury or to hurt others.
Provide constructive and positive feedback to students, parents, and supervisors.
Follow the YMCA mission: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that builds a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
Perform other duties as required.