Under the Program Director, the Martial Arts Instructor will assist and lead introduction to Martial Arts classes. The Martial Arts Instructor will build positive relationships with program participants and insure the safety, well-being, and involvement of participants. Help to nurture the self-esteem, confidence, and core values of each and every participant. * ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Teaches martial arts to adults 18 years of age and over. * Demonstrates techniques and procedures for martial arts curriculum. * Observes students' skills to define students' progress or to make suggestions. * Maintains a clean and safe workspace. * Represents the YMCA and interacts with members in a friendly, engaging and professional manner. * Communicates in a professional and positive manner to parents, guests, and other associates. * Provides a safe and enjoyable environment for members. * Follows standards and policies as explained in the Tampa YMCA Employee Handbook. * Enforces all rules and makes effective decision making to assure the safety and security of program participants. * Attends staff meetings and training programs, as required. * Exhibits behaviors and attitudes that are consistent with the YMCA Mission and policies of the Association. Applies YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergency procedures Experience Required: * Two or more years practicing martial arts/karate required. * One or more years working or volunteering with adults preferred. Certifications/Trainings Required: * Must obtain within 30 days of employment and maintain current certifications in CPR, First Aid, and AED. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job includes, but not limited to: * The employee needs sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to supervise program activities in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor locations. * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and authorized work phone/smart device. * Ability to instruct and observe participants during program activities. * The employee frequently is required to see, observe, and hear all participants, and make sound judgments and decisions. * Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including, but not limited to, leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting. * Ability to sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environment. * Hear noises and distress signals in the program environment, including in the classroom and anywhere around the zone of responsibility. * Must have flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances. * Ability to lift and move a minimum of 30 pounds. * Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. * Ability to work in a variety of environments, specifically those subject to extreme humidity/dampness, heat and cold. * The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. * This position requires reliable transportation and a willingness to travel, if needed. * This position may require availability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.