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Martial Arts Instructor for K-12 After School

New York CityOn-site

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Teaches martial arts (Karate, Taekwondo, MMA, BJJ) to K–12 students in after-school programs at schools across NYC, leading weekly in-person classes and tracking student progress.

About this role

About Togetherhood

At Togetherhood, we’re building something special: a vibrant marketplace where passionate educators meet schools and communities hungry for enrichment. Whether it’s arts & crafts, basketball, breakdancing, chess, or STEM, we match talented instructors with opportunities to share their skills and spark joy in the next generation.
Our mission is simple but powerful: “to infuse every community with high quality enrichment and education.” We're here to support you in sharing your craft, your voice, and your passion with kids who are ready to learn and grow. If you're a dynamic instructor who loves what you teach and why you teach it, we'd love for you to be part of Togetherhood.

What You'll Do

As a member of our network, you will be matched with opportunities to teach Martial Arts (Karate, Taekwondo, MMA, BJJ) to K-12 students at schools, buildings, and communities across NYC. These teaching opportunities will be for terms that could last anywhere from 6 weeks to 18 weeks.

  • As an after school instructor, you'll have the following responsibilities:
  • Develop age-appropriate Martial Arts curriculum for after-school students
  • Lead weekly in-person classes with enthusiasm and expertise
  • Establish a well-structured and lively classroom that keeps students engaged
  • Foster a positive, supportive, and encouraging learning environment for students of varying skill levels
  • Build connections with students in a warm and inclusive environment
  • Track student growth and offer positive, helpful feedback
  • Arrive prepared, on time, and ready to teach
  • Create a memorable experience for the children in your class

    • Who You Are

    A fun, enthusiastic, adaptable instructor, with experience teaching school age children, and who:
  • Has subject matter expertise in Martial Arts (Karate, Taekwondo, MMA, BJJ)
  • Has a passion and skill for building hands-on projects with kids
  • Has excitement, joy, and passion for both teaching kids and personal development/learning
  • Knows how to create a fun, structured, and inclusive classroom environment
  • Brings your own voice and creativity to each class you teach
  • Is cooperative, supportive, flexible
  • Is dependable, proactive, and thrives when given autonomy … and also appreciates support and clear expectations

    • Skills

    BJJClassroom ManagementCurriculum DevelopmentKarateMartial ArtsMMAStudent Progress TrackingTaekwondo

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