Taekwondo Instructor (Youth Sports Staff)

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties • Lakewood, WA

3h • $17 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Taekwondo Instructor to join
our team.

The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and
well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable
organization committed to strengthening community through youth development,
healthy living and social responsibility. 

As a Taekwondo instructor you will be responsible instructing and engaging youth
to participate in taekwondo classes.

Requirements

• Experience practicing or teaching Taekwondo (belt level preferred).
• Ability to lead, motivate, and engage youth in a group setting.
• Passion for martial arts and youth development.
• Strong communication and safety awareness.
• A commitment to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Positive attitude and previous experience with youth and diverse populations
• Knowledge and skills in program activities and related sports and office equipment, and the ability to instruct participants in techniques.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications preferred.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).

Nice To Haves

• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications

Responsibilities

• Teach the basics of Taekwondo including stances, blocks, basic kicks, strikes, forms, balance, coordination, and beginner self-defense concepts.
• Lead structured classes that support skill progression for beginners of varying ages.
• Maintain a safe class environment by teaching proper technique and supervising all activities.
• Encourage positive participation, cooperation and exemplify our core values.
• Assist in creating age appropriate lesson plans to ensure fun, high-energy classes.
• Work alongside volunteers to assist with programming.
• Track program attendance.

Benefits

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise
• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
• Willamette Dental Plan
• VSP Vision Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed