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Head Instructor - Premier Martial Arts

Job Summary

A head instructor with Premier Martial Arts (PMA) is a person who has a passion for changing lives through day-to-day martial arts instruction. An outgoing and leadership-driven personality is a must. A person who can not only teach but more importantly inspire others to be their best version of themselves is required. A PMA instructor utilizes the tools given to them to impact as many people as possible and is always a student themselves. A learning attitude is key for the success of this position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead Instruction of High Energy, Benefit Driven, and “edutaining” classes
• Complete student tracking, rankings, and reporting to determine graduation windows and overall progress
• Talent Management - Select, train, develop, and motivate additional class instructors. Lead through on-going communication, timely feedback, positive reinforcement, written evaluations and performance feedback. Address performance concerns.
• Lead the creation of curriculum that follows PMA guidelines for instruction
• Organize and execute student graduation classes
• Work with the Area/Studio Manager to complete class planning and management
• Partner with the Program director to help drive marketing programs to increase student memberships
• Assist with the execution of initiatives and activities including marketing campaigns and community/event sponsorships.
• Participate in special events as scheduled
• Successful Class Management and Student Development includes:
• Group Intros
• Drills for Skills
• Inclusion of Black Belt Excellence Life Lesson program
• Life Lesson BBE Mat Chats
• Stripe Tests

Training and Education of Instructor Management:

• Certified Instructor Training
• Performance Evaluation for all Instructors
• Instructor Schedules / Hours
• Leadership and Retention Programs

* Premier Martial Arts reserves the right to change job descriptions at any time based on business conditions/need, which includes expanding this job's responsibilities and assigning additional duties consistent with the position's purpose. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform required job duties and functions.

We're Excited About You if You Have:

• At least 18 years old
• A can-do attitude as a self-starter with strong attention to detail.
• A strong desire to make an impact.
• Ability to work a varied schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• The ability to work in conditions which include multiple priorities, extended work schedules and specific time constraints.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be a team player.
• Run efficient and effective classes and trainings
• Communicate clear decisions, next steps, and accountability
• Strong attention to detail

Premier Martial Arts has been in business for more than 20 years, and since our founding in 1998 we have helped thousands of students of all ages realize their full potential. Premier Martial Arts delivers a best-in-class martial arts experience that helps our students develop the personal skills that are necessary to build a successful life. Our mastery of teaching martial arts over the past two decades is evident in our structured and thorough curriculum, which is standardized across our 100+ locations across the United States, Canada and England.

Our curriculum focuses on character development far beyond the importance of self-defense. We teach our young students how to respect their elders, how to be accountable, how to focus and how to stay in shape in a fun and exciting atmosphere. We empower our adult students with the self-confidence to overcome anxieties and trauma, in an environment that fosters inclusion and social belonging.

Premier Martial Arts is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time