Taekwondo Instructor - Specialty Program Teacher
About The Position
Zeta is seeking Taekwondo Instructors to lead their specialty programs. The organization is dedicated to providing a world-class education that combines high academic achievement with social-emotional development. Zeta operates multiple elementary and middle schools and is expanding to include a high school. The Taekwondo Instructor will be responsible for designing and delivering rigorous instruction that builds students' confidence, discipline, focus, and respect, while fostering a love for Taekwondo and a strong sense of community. The role involves using data to monitor student progress, building relationships with students and families, collaborating with colleagues, and contributing to whole-school initiatives. The instructor will also lead a high-quality after-school program.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- 1–2+ years of coaching or teaching experience
- Commitment to building students’ confidence, discipline, and character through Taekwondo
- Work authorization is required (the candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S.)
Nice To Haves
- Passionate about our mission of providing world-class education to all students
- Bring a mindset of growth, flexibility, and openness to feedback
- Hungry and determined to not only meet your goals but surpass them
- Humble, willing to put the team’s needs ahead of your own, and committed to contributing to a collaborative work environment
- Well-organized and detail-oriented
Responsibilities
- Execute a bold vision of excellence in Taekwondo, designing structured, rigorous, and developmentally appropriate instruction that builds students’ self-confidence, discipline, focus, and respect.
- Build a positive, inclusive learning environment where students develop a genuine love for Taekwondo and families feel connected to a strong, values-driven community.
- Use data, student progress, and skill benchmarks to monitor growth, refine instruction, and support each student’s physical, social-emotional, and character development.
- Develop authentic, trusting relationships with students and families to support students’ growth both on and off the mat.
- Collaborate closely with colleagues and engage in ongoing professional learning, embracing feedback and coaching to continuously strengthen your practice.
- Contribute to whole-school initiatives and provide instructional support as needed, ensuring martial arts are meaningfully integrated into the broader student experience.
- Lead a high-quality after-school Taekwondo program that deepens students’ passion, builds technical skill, and prepares students for demonstrations, tournaments, and competition.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
- Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses
- 403(b) retirement plan; Zeta offers matching contributions toward your savings
- Competitive compensation
- Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses (gym memberships, salon appointments, concerts – it’s up to you!)
- 4 live therapy sessions per month through Talkspace and free Headspace subscription
- MacBook Air and specified monthly reimbursement for use of a mobile phone
- Fully stocked teacher workrooms with favorite snacks and Nespresso machine
- Zeta swag, team outings, and NYC’s finest sweet treats
- Books for professional development
- Clear pathway to professional growth
- Consistent feedback and support from managers and teammates
- Community Circle practice to build and strengthen our sense of team
- Interactive mindfulness & DEIJ programming
- Relocation reimbursement of up to $2,500 for eligible staff relocating to join our school community
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
