Are you passionate about developing character in others? Do you like working with kids? Do you have high energy, and are you hard-working, internally motivated, and enjoy working in teams? If you answered yes to all of these questions, we want to talk with you!
Company Overview
Character in Action (DBA Premier Martial Arts) is a fast-growing martial arts start-up with multiple locations serving the Greater Austin metro area with a mission to empower lives through martial arts. We use a blended style of Taekwondo, Karate, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, and Krav Maga. We view martial arts not only as a sport or means for self defense, but more importantly as a tool for lifelong character development. We use martial arts to teach our students to have confidence, live with integrity, respect others, be accountable, maintain focus and discipline. We seek to develop students’ physical and mental fitness in a fun and exciting atmosphere. We also encourage lifelong development and learning through adult classes that focus on fitness, self-defense, and self-confidence in an inclusive environment.
Character in Action was started by a former engineer and business strategy consultant who worked for some of the world’s largest corporations and private equity companies. His vision is to build an engaging culture and a collaborative team that directly impacts people’s lives and communities.
Who You Are
The Martial Arts Instructor is one of the most important contacts that a student and their family has with a martial arts school. Instructors must be excellent communicators, professional, energetic, friendly, personable, and approachable. They must also be attentive to details, organized, proficient, and a self-starter. The Martial Arts Instructor will be expected to teach an established martial arts curriculum that has been developed by professional martial artists and that is used throughout the US and in the UK. The Martial Arts Instructor should inspire students to pursue excellence in martial arts as well as daily life. As part of the martial arts curriculum, the Instructor will provide students with daily “mat chats” to teach various character attributes, such as self-discipline, kindness, determination, etc. This job offers the opportunity for Instructors to see tangible growth in their students’ martial arts skills and in their character. You are a great fit for Character in Action if you:
- Possess an energetic and engaging personality with people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds
- Are passionate about changing lives and developing others’ character through martial arts
- Demonstrate exceptional customer service and seek to exceed customer expectations
- Have outstanding verbal communication
- Are experienced in teaching various forms of martial arts
- Live a healthy and active lifestyle
The ideal candidate will help us achieve our goals by partnering with the owner and other team members to develop and provide a premium martial arts experience and education for our students and their families.
You will have on-going training with some of the top martial arts trainers in the world, as well as the ability to earn increasing rank. Additionally, there are opportunities offered annually to continue to test and progress in rank that will challenge you to grow as a business professional and rock star martial artist.
Responsibilities:
Martial Arts Instruction:
- Lead instruction of high energy, benefit-driven, and “edutaining” classes
- Achieve member retention and upgrade sales goals
- Follow martial arts curriculum developed by professional martial artists and used throughout the US and UK
- Plan and manage classes
- Lead student ranking, tracking, reporting, stripe and belt tests, group and private introductory evaluations, and black belt graduations
- Deliver specialized programs
Character Development:
- Serve as a role model and character educator
- Teach daily “mat chats” on various character attributes
- Build and maintain long lasting, positive relationships with the students and parents
- Proactively seek and incorporate feedback from student/parents regarding classes
Studio Management and Administration:
- Follow and complete daily tasks and business statistics tracking
- Assist in management of school (class schedules, supplies, retail ordering, and inventory)
- Ensure the studio is clean, safe and upholds the company brand and standards
- Help recruit other team members
Marketing:
- Support business advertising, marketing, lead generation, and recruiting programs
- Represent company at recruitment, marketing, and community events
- Distribute marketing materials within the community and through social media
- Develop relationships with education and community leaders
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree or military service preferred; HS Diploma or GED required
- 2+ years of experience teaching martial arts to students of varying ages and fitness levels - weapons instruction experience preferred
- Experience and passion for working with parents and children ages 4-12 years
- Comfortable presenting to a wide range of audiences: parents, educators, students
- Experience with social media
- Strong work ethic, organizational and leadership skills
- Respectful and supportive of team members
- Outstanding verbal communication skills with the capacity to command attention
- Proficient computer/phone/social media skills and capacity to learn the software (e.g., G Suite products) used to run the business
- Able to work flexible work hours: generally 45-hour weeks on weekdays afternoons/evenings and Saturdays. Daily schedule for hours of work are to be determined
- Pass a criminal background check and drug screening (including nicotine)
- Have reliable transportation with clear driving record
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Interest and flexibility to deliver responsibilities in multiple locations in assigned area(s)
What we will offer you
- Competitive base pay commensurate with experience. Starting salary range of $40-45,000 with opportunities for growth as the company grows
- Opportunity for higher earning potential with performance bonus (up to 50% of base salary)
- Opportunities for rapid career progression with demonstrated successful performance
- Continuous business training and professional development opportunities
- Paid time off and holidays
- Regular corporate and team-building events
- Access to health, dental, vision, and life insurance and retirement benefits (waiting period will apply)
- Employee discounts
- Flexible Work Schedule: ~45 hours Monday to Saturday. Hours will vary as the company achieves growth targets
Please submit your resume and background with the following information:
- Name, contact information, and any social media account
- Education: School & Major (if applicable)
- Professional work experience and number of years
- Martial arts experience with belt rank, discipline, and year obtained
- Teaching/coaching experience and number of years
- Any other fitness activity with level attained and years of experience as applicable
