After School Instructor – Martial Arts & Youth Programs
Company: Fighting Arts Collective (FAC)
Locations: Toronto, ON
- 331 R Oakwood Ave, Toronto, ON M6E 2V8
- 846 College Street, Toronto, ON M6H 1A2
About Fighting Arts Collective
Fighting Arts Collective (FAC) is a thriving martial arts and fitness community with a history of global expertise. Our growing after school program in Toronto provides children with a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where they can learn, stay active, build confidence, and develop important life skills.
We are expanding our team and looking for enthusiastic, responsible, and compassionate After School Instructors who enjoy working with children and want to make a positive impact in their community.
Position: After School Instructor
Schedule: Weekdays, approximately 2:30 PM–6:00 PM
Location: Toronto, ON
Employment Type: Part-time
As an After School Instructor, you will help supervise, support, and engage children throughout our after school program. You will help transport participants safely from school to our gym, lead age-appropriate activities, and support students as they prepare for and participate in martial arts training.
The ideal candidate is dependable, energetic, patient, safety-conscious, and comfortable working as part of a team. Experience in childcare, education, martial arts, kinesiology, physical education, fitness, or youth programming is an asset, but a martial arts background is not required.
Candidates who are eager to learn and willing to complete our training program are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely transport children from school to the FAC gym.
- Provide attentive supervision, guidance, and support throughout after school hours.
- Create a positive, inclusive, and engaging environment for program participants.
- Lead games, lessons, activities, and structured programming before martial arts training.
- Assist with and eventually lead components of the FAC martial arts curriculum.
- Encourage children to develop confidence, discipline, teamwork, fitness, and positive social skills.
- Maintain a safe and organized environment for all participants.
- Communicate effectively with team members regarding participant needs, safety, and program activities.
- Follow FAC safety procedures, teaching methods, and program standards.
- Work collaboratively with instructors and staff to ensure the success of the after school program.
- Help maintain a consistent and positive experience across both FAC locations.
Must-Have Requirements
- Availability on weekdays from approximately 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM.
- Ability to remain active and on your feet for approximately 2–3 hours.
- Strong spoken and written English communication skills.
- Responsible, punctual, dependable, and comfortable working with children.
- Willingness to complete a training period to learn FAC's curriculum, content, and teaching methods.
- Ability to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS).
- Willingness to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).
- Commitment to maintaining a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for children.
Nice-to-Have Qualifications
The following experience or education is considered an asset:
- Childcare or early childhood education experience.
- Experience working with children or youth.
- Martial arts training or teaching experience.
- Education or experience in kinesiology or physical education.
- Fitness, coaching, recreation, or sports experience.
- Previous experience in an after school program or youth program.
- Ability and willingness to work at both FAC locations.
No martial arts experience? No problem. We are open to candidates who demonstrate the right attitude, reliability, communication skills, and willingness to learn.
What We Offer
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and youth.
- Training in the FAC curriculum and teaching methods.
- Opportunities for flexible scheduling as our team and programs continue to grow.
- Access to martial arts and fitness training at both FAC locations.
- Opportunities to develop skills in coaching, teaching, leadership, fitness, and youth programming.
- Opportunity to grow with an expanding Toronto martial arts and after school program.
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for individuals who genuinely enjoy working with children and thrive in a collaborative team environment.
You may be a great fit for this role if you are:
- Energetic and physically active.
- Patient, compassionate, and approachable.
- Responsible and safety-conscious.
- Comfortable taking initiative and working as part of a team.
- Interested in martial arts, fitness, education, childcare, or youth development.
- Motivated to learn and grow as an instructor.
- Passionate about helping children build confidence and develop positive habits.
Our Commitment to Safety, Inclusion & Community
At Fighting Arts Collective, teamwork, personal growth, and community are at the heart of what we do. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for everyone within our community.
The safety and well-being of the children in our programs are our highest priorities. Successful candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to child safety, professionalism, teamwork, and creating a positive environment where every participant can thrive.
Fighting Arts Collective is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. This is a physically active position involving demonstrations of martial arts, movement-based activities, and working with children for multiple hours.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Please let us know how we can support you.
How to Apply
Interested in becoming an After School Instructor at Fighting Arts Collective?
Apply by:
- Emailing your application to [email protected], or
- Applying directly through this posting.
If you are enthusiastic about working with children, staying active, learning martial arts, and making a positive impact in your community, we encourage you to apply today.
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Pay: $17.60-$20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-site gym
- Wellness program
Application question(s):
- Ability to reliably travel to both FAC locations (331 Oakwood Ave and 846 College St)
Language:
Work Location: In person
