Specialty Instructor - Martial Arts

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Instructs youth or adult classes in a specialized program area, such as dance, any of the martial arts, arts and humanities, etc.

Our culture

• Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.
• We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.
• We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.
• We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
• We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.
• We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Essential functions

1. Plans and instructs specialty classes for youth and adults following YMCA standards and guidelines or other Nationally recognized certifications.

2. Sets up and takes down class equipment. Reports equipment problems.

3. Demonstrates proper care, storage of equipment and supplies, and cleaning of environment.

4. Attends staff meetings and approved trainings as required. Maintains current certifications relative to specialty area.

5. Observes and discusses individual progress with participants. Develops rapport with members and responds to related questions.

6. Maintains respect of the child while providing discipline and guidance for children that is age appropriate.

7. Discusses and promotes all YMCA programs. Motivates participants to commit to long-term participation.

8. Communicates effectively and exhibit a professional attitude with all other staff, parents and children.

9. Possesses a working knowledge of safety and emergency procedures and be able to exercise sound judgment, and report any unsafe conditions to supervisor immediately.

10. Serves as Primary Responder for all accidents and incidents

11. Completes routine and required forms to include, but not limited to

attendance records, observation records and incident and injury reports

12. May be required to work hours outside of normal work schedule for staff meetings, trainings, extended program hours, parent nights or association events.

13. Any additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Leadership competencies

• Collaboration
• Developing Others
• Emotional Maturity

Qualifications

1. Must be at least 18 years of age with a high school degree or equivalent work/education experience.

2. 1 year of experience in related specialty and 1+ years experience leading or instructing in specialized area preferred.

3. Must be a positive role model to children and display emotional maturity and stability at all times.

4. Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.

5. Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

6. Position requires the ability to individually lead a class and to motivate and educate members.

7. Child Abuse Prevention training and certifications required before the first shift. Safety and prevention trainings are also required to be completed on an annual basis.

8. Must be a positive role model to children and display emotional maturity and stability at all times.

9. Certifications required within the first 60 days of hire

YMCA approved basic life saving skills such as CPR, First Aid, AED.

Work environment & physical demands

1. Work is performed in an active environment.

2. Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to safely supervise children’s activities.

3. Visual acuity is required for reading computer screens and/or documents and making changes as necessary/required.

4. Job requires high levels of alertness and concentration. This position requires analytical abilities and multitasking in order to identify problems and recommend solutions.

5. Job requires accuracy and attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills, while maintaining high levels of initiative in order to work within deadlines.

6. Repetitive stooping and bending with regular lifting of up to 20 pounds is required. Ability to stand and walk for long periods at a time are required, as well as, the ability to run and be able to participate in sports.

7. Must be able to respond to emergency situations.