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Location

Woodbridge, Virginia

Salary

$25 - $30 / HOUR

Quick overview

The instructor will guide students through structured lessons focused on personal protection, situational awareness, and basic defensive techniques, ensuring classes are interactive, educational, and age-appropriate. Responsibilities include teaching self-defense techniques, building student confidence and discipline, and preparing engaging weekly lesson plans.

Requirements summary

Candidates should possess experience in martial arts or self-defense disciplines such as Karate, Taekwondo, Jiu-Jitsu, or Krav Maga, with experience working with children or youth programs being advantageous. Essential qualifications include the ability to manage active student groups and possess strong communication and leadership skills.

CommunicationLeadershipPatienceLesson PlanningSituational AwarenessSafety AssuranceGroup ManagementPersonal ProtectionDiscipline PromotionSelf-Defense Instruction

Job description

Pay

$25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Job Description

We are seeking a confident and experienced Self Defense Instructor to lead engaging classes for students in Watsonville. The instructor will teach practical self-defense techniques while promoting awareness, confidence, discipline, and personal safety. Position Overview The Self Defense Instructor will guide students through structured lessons focused on personal protection, situational awareness, and basic defensive techniques. Classes should be interactive, educational, and appropriate for the students’ age group. Program Details Northern Virginia Community College 2645 College Dr, Woodbridge, VA 22191 4/8/2026 - 4/8/2026 Wednesday 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Responsibilities

Teach basic self-defense techniques and safety strategies. Help students build confidence, awareness, and discipline. Ensure all activities are safe, structured, and age-appropriate. Maintain a positive, respectful learning environment. Prepare lesson plans and lead engaging weekly classes.

Qualifications

Experience in martial arts, self-defense training, or related disciplines (Karate, Taekwondo, Jiu-Jitsu, Krav Maga, etc.) preferred. Experience working with children or youth programs is a plus. Ability to manage a group of students in an active class setting. Strong communication and leadership skills. Ideal Candidate The ideal instructor is energetic, patient, and passionate about teaching students how to protect themselves while building confidence and respect for others. Job Type: Part-time Work Location: In person