Karate Instructor

The Granite Club is looking for a Karate Instructor who will be responsible for providing creative and innovative quality programs for our bicycle classes to Members’ children enrolled in the Kidzone.

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**Benefits of working for the Club**
- Healthy and delicious daily food offerings in our Staff Cafe
- Indoor parking for Employees.
- Exciting and diverse Employee events for both
- Staff and their friends and family.
- Discounted Goodlife Fitness memberships
- Extensive medical and dental benefits for Employees and their families.

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**Primary Responsibilities**
- Provide excellent care of children, ensuring that a safe play area is maintained.
- Set-up area with appropriate equipment for the program facilitating.
- Provide program plans, specific to the program, that encourage creative, social and gross motor skills development where applicable.
- Provide snacks and refreshments to children ensuring a nut free environment is maintained while being familiar with participants dietary restrictions where applicable.
- Ensure a clean, neat and sanitary environment.
- Attend meetings and give session feedback to the Child and Youth Activities and Camps Coordinator.
- Remove and report any damaged or unsafe toys, games and equipment to the Child and Youth Activities and Camps Coordinator.
- Complete attendance record and inform the Child and Youth Activities and Camps Coordinator of any non-registered participants that need to be registered.
- Handle general inquiries
- Provide daily updates to the Child and Youth Activities and Camps Coordinator.
- Complete a playground inspection as needed, prior to bringing participants to the playground when applicable
- Establish positive relationships with parents
- Other duties as assigned.

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**Other if Specified on Contract**:Karate Instructor**
- Lead structured and disciplined karate classes for children.
- Teach fundamental karate techniques, including strikes, blocks, and kicks.
- Focus on building physical fitness, coordination, and self-defense skills.
- Incorporate lessons on discipline, respect, and martial arts philosophy.
- Adapt teaching methods to suit different age groups and skill levels.
- Ensure a safe training environment by enforcing proper safety protocols and supervision.
- Organize belt assessments and year-end exhibitions to showcase student progress and achievements.

**Required Qualifications**
- Minimum grade 12
- Over two years of teaching experience in martial arts is essential.
- Experience working with school aged children is an asset.
- First Aid and C.P.R. certification required.
- Excellent verbal and written skills in English.
- Must be able to work variable shifts, evenings, weekends and holidays.

**About the Club**

The Granite philosophy of uncompromising quality is showcased in its state-of-the-art athletic facilities, world-class events and programs for all ages, delectable dining experiences and personalized services, each tailored to suit the varied needs and desires of its diverse and sophisticated Membership.

The Granite Club is Canada's premier private Members' family, athletic, recreation and social club. Located in north Toronto, we offer our 12,000 Members the highest standard of facilities, programs and services.

We strive to recruit enthusiastic, dedicated individuals with a passion for providing exceptional service. We’ll reward all your hard work with a competitive salary and

extensive benefits.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of Granite Club policy, a condition of employment is to perform a criminal background check and a vulnerable sector search demonstrating a satisfactory criminal record prior to commencing employment.

The Granite Club is committed to providing fair and accessible employment practices. If selected for an interview, we will be happy to work with you to ensure your interview is accessible and accommodation is provided based on the information you provide to the Granite Club Recruiter.