Full Job Description
To achieve our vision, we are seeking Taekwondo Instructors with a Bachelor's degree, 1-2+ years of coaching or teaching experience, and a commitment to building students' confidence, discipline, and character through Taekwondo.
Responsibilities:
• Execute a bold vision of excellence in Taekwondo, designing structured, rigorous, and developmentally appropriate instruction that builds students' self-confidence, discipline, focus, and respect.
• Build a positive, inclusive learning environment where students develop a genuine love for Taekwondo and families feel connected to a strong, values-driven community.
• Use data, student progress, and skill benchmarks to monitor growth, refine instruction, and support each student's physical, social-emotional, and character development.
• Develop authentic, trusting relationships with students and families to support students' growth both on and off the mat.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues and engage in ongoing professional learning, embracing feedback and coaching to continuously strengthen your practice.
• Contribute to whole-school initiatives and provide instructional support as needed, ensuring martial arts are meaningfully integrated into the broader student experience.
• Lead a high-quality after-school Taekwondo program that deepens students' passion, builds technical skill, and prepares students for demonstrations, tournaments, and competition.
The salary range for this position is between $65,000 and $105,500. New hires can expect to be brought into the organization at a salary closer to the beginning of the range, depending on relevant experience and internal equity. Compensation is based on our salary scales.
Zeta offers a relocation reimbursement of up to $2,500 for eligible staff relocating to join our school community.
Benefits:
• Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses
• 403(b) retirement plan; Zeta offers matching contributions toward your savings
• Competitive compensation
Perks:
• Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses (gym memberships, salon appointments, concerts - it's up to you!)
• 4 live therapy sessions per month through Talkspace and free Headspace subscription
• MacBook Air and specified monthly reimbursement for use of a mobile phone
• Fully stocked teacher workrooms with favorite snacks and Nespresso machine
• Zeta swag, team outings, and NYC's finest sweet treats
• Books for professional development
Personal and Professional Growth:
• Clear pathway to professional growth
• Consistent feedback and support from managers and teammates
• Community Circle practice to build and strengthen our sense of team
• Interactive mindfulness & DEIJ programming