Preschool Martial Arts instructor

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Develop a fun, non-competitive karate program that builds confidence and coordination in kids 3 to 6 while providing a supportive team environment for your coaching growth.

Amazing Athletes is seeking a part-time Preschool Martial Arts instructor for our Karate Zoo program! Our program teaches the FUNdamentals so as long as you love working with kids, this could be the job for you!

Eligible candidates are those who are RELIABLE, ENERGETIC, vibrant, and loves teaching and coaching children. You will lead and teach our instructive, noncompetitive Karate Zoo program to children 3 to 6 years of age at preschools and daycares.

Our programs come with ready-made curriculums and extensive training to help you get up to speed quickly and enjoy working with the kids by teaching them Karate! All equipment is provided.

Our Coaches use individual attention to ensure every child has success.

Our Coaches use a non-competitive approach to ensure classes are fun and we create a stress-free environment.

Our Coaches use positive reinforcement to encourage children to do better and celebrate success.

And finally, our coaches have a blast. They are open-minded and know that coaching Karate is a continuous journey.

This part-time Preschool Martial Arts Instructor position requires your own reliable transportation and a valid driver's license, as you will be driving to different locations in downtown Chicago.


Why This Role Rocks

  • Get kids moving. Use karate to build confidence, coordination, and a lifelong love of sport.
  • Grow your craft. Paid training, a clear coaching pathway, and a team that loves feedback.
  • Ride the Karate wave.

What You’ll Do

  1. Lead 30 minute classes for ages 3-6, delivering our non-competitive, play-based curriculum.
  2. Guarantee safety and fun—every child engaged, learning, and smiling.
  3. Bring the energy. Use positive reinforcement and creative games to keep kids excited.
  4. Keep improving. Attend ongoing workshops and embrace feedback from senior staff.

When You’ll Work

All classes are held during the morning hours. The ideal candidate would be available during the days and times listed below.

Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 11:30am

Please mention any experience working with kids or in martial arts! This isn't your traditional martial arts program, we are looking for experience and a vibrant personality.


Requirements

Availability from now through fall 2025 and beyond.

What You Bring

  • Big, outgoing personality and genuine love for kids.
  • Comfort coaching ages 2-10 (experience as a coach, camp counselor, teacher, sitter, etc. a plus).
  • Passion for karate and readiness to learn age-appropriate drills.
  • Clear, friendly communication skills.
  • Reliable transportation and valid U.S. work authorization.
  • Willingness to pass a background check.

Benefits

  • End-of-season bonuses for hitting team targets.
  • Coach-referral rewards.
  • Fast-track advancement for high performers.

  • New, experienced coaches can earn from $22/hr+ depending on experience. More experienced candidates may be able to pursue accelerated advancement within our system.
    • New, untrained coaches start at $19/hr.
  • No prior coaching experience is required - we provide comprehensive training!
  • Team-first work culture with a professional growth mindset.
  • The ability to work in the most popular sport in the world (soccer), riding the growth of the game in the U.S. on the coattails of Copa America, Olympics, Club World Cup, MLS, and World Cup 2026!

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Education Stipend: Paid training, a clear coaching pathway, and a team that loves feedback.
  • Fast-track advancement: Fast-track advancement for high performers.

Through our scientifically backed curricula, we focus on not only building each child's athletic skills, but also on developing critical life skills such as teamwork, patience, and confidence. Our goal is to give every child—from the early learner to the elite competitor—the opportunity to grow through active and nurturing participation in sports and fitness programs aimed at capturing each child’s unique passions and skills.Super Soccer Stars offers the nation’s most popular children’s soccer program for kids ages 1 and up that introduces them to the fundamentals of soccer through creative programming and imaginative games. Backed by 20 years of experience, Super Soccer Stars offers a unique, age-specific curriculum that is crafted to improve soccer skills, build self-confidence, and develop socialization skills.Amazing Athletes is a mobile, year-round, educational sports and fitness program that introduces young children to the basic fundamentals of 10 different sports while helping them master 6 key areas of motor-development and physical literacy. At Amazing Athletes, we empower children by using sports as a catalyst to engage their inner strengths and abilities so they can confidently pursue an active lifestyle through each stage of development.JumpBunch offer kids the chance to try something new each and every week! Our mobile, year-round classes, camps, and customized events all deliver sports, smiles, fitness, and fun through a curriculum of more than 70 different activities. Colorful, age-appropriate equipment, music, and engaging coaches get kids moving, build motor skills, and plant the seeds for a lifetime of physical activity. To children, exercise is play, and play is FUN!TGA Premier Sports enrichment programs combine athletics, academics, and life lessons for a fun and educational experience. We incorporate station-based athletic skill development, STEAM Labs to explore educational concepts through sports, and key life lessons including: teamwork, sportsmanship, perseverance, and leadership.To find out more about the history of our programs, check out our videos below!

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