PE Karate Instructor at New Jersey Institute of Technology in Wellness and Events Center

Job description

Are you a current NJIT employee? Apply here through the Internal Jobs Hub. Title: PE Karate Instructor Reports To: PE Specialist I Position Summary: The College Karate Instructor is responsible for planning and delivering a safe, engaging, and educational introductory karate course for college students. This one-credit, pass/fail course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental techniques, principles, conditioning methods, and traditions of karate while promoting physical fitness, self-discipline, confidence, respect, and personal responsibility. The instructor will provide developmentally appropriate instruction for students with varying levels of physical ability and martial arts experience. Emphasis should be placed on proper technique, safety, participation, skill development, and understanding of karate principles rather than competitive performance. Course Assessment Because the course is offered on a pass/fail basis , assessment should emphasize consistent participation, effort, safe conduct, and demonstrated understanding of foundational course material rather than advanced technical proficiency. Students may be evaluated on: Attendance and active participation Appropriate effort and engagement Demonstration of basic karate techniques and movement Understanding and observance of safety procedures Appropriate martial arts etiquette and respectful conduct Demonstrated improvement during the semester Completion of any required practical skills assessment or introductory kata Compliance with established course expectations Students are not expected to achieve a particular belt rank as a condition of passing the course unless specifically established in the approved course curriculum. Essential Functions: Plan and conduct regularly scheduled karate classes in accordance with the college's academic calendar and course requirements. Teach fundamental karate techniques, including appropriate stances, movement, blocks, strikes, kicks, combinations, and introductory forms or kata. Introduce students to appropriate martial arts terminology, etiquette, traditions, and principles. Incorporate warm-up, flexibility, mobility, conditioning, balance, coordination, and cool-down activities into class sessions. Demonstrate techniques clearly and provide appropriate individual and group instruction. Emphasize proper technique, control, and safe training practices at all times. Establish and enforce safety procedures for individual, partner, and group activities. Modify activities when appropriate to accommodate differences in student experience, physical ability, and fitness level. Create an inclusive and respectful learning environment appropriate for a college population. Promote principles associated with martial arts training, including discipline, respect, perseverance, self-control, confidence, and personal responsibility. Maintain accurate attendance and participation records. Communicate course expectations, safety requirements, and standards for successful completion at the beginning of the semester. Evaluate students according to the established requirements of a one-credit, pass/fail course. Submit grades and other required academic records in accordance with college policies and deadlines. Monitor the condition and appropriate use of instructional equipment and training areas. Immediately report injuries, safety concerns, or facility issues in accordance with college procedures. Comply with applicable college policies regarding student conduct, nondiscrimination, accessibility, emergency procedures, and instructional responsibilities. Pre-requisite Qualifications: Demonstrated training and experience in karate. Appropriate karate rank or equivalent documented martial arts experience. Ability to safely teach fundamental karate techniques to beginning-level college students. Knowledge of appropriate martial arts training, conditioning, injury-prevention, and safety practices. Effective verbal communication, demonstrat