Martial Arts Fitness Instructor - South Scioto Performance Academy

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performance academiesColumbus (OH)

Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors Sports and Recreation Instruction

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About the role

Martial Arts / Fitness Instructor Join the Team at Performance Academies! At Performance Academies, we do more than just teachwe educate the whole child. Our mission is to build future-ready students through a unique, high-performing blend of rigorous academics, daily structured fitness, and intentional character education. Guided by our core values of Knowledge, Strength, and Values, we provide a safe, disciplined, and supportive environment across our K-8 and High School campuses. We are looking for passionate professionals who want to help our students develop strong minds and bodies, ready to lead with purpose. We believe great schools are built by great teams. Teachers collaborate regularly, support one another, and are united around high expectations for students and each other. Performance Academies is seeking a dedicated, student-centered Fitness Instructor to join our team. We look for team members who are passionate about driving academic growth and fostering an inclusive, structured, and engaging learning environment. Why Your Work Matters Here: Educating the Whole Child: Students participate in daily structured physical education - including martial arts, tennis, and soccer - as part of our whole-child approach to education. Character-Driven Culture: We teach daily lessons on respect, responsibility, and teamwork, reinforced by a structured uniform policy. Impact-Focused Environment: Our smaller, supportive classrooms ensure no child slips through the cracks, allowing you to truly personalize learning. Supportive Leadership: Our school leaders are highly visible and focused on helping teachers succeed through coaching, collaboration, and responsive support.

What You'll Do: Plan and deliver engaging physical education lessons aligned with state standards and the school's fitness curriculum. Teach sport-specific skills with an emphasis on soccer, tennis, martial arts, and overall physical fitness. Maintain a safe, structured, and positive learning environment. Assess student progress and maintain accurate records of student performance. Prepare students for school fitness competitions and tournaments. Supervise students at all times and ensure student safety. Implement positive behavior management strategies and school discipline policies. Support the needs of students with IEPs, 504 Plans, and behavior plans in collaboration with intervention staff. Foster an inclusive environment that encourages respect, teamwork, and healthy habits. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe fitness space. Manage and maintain fitness equipment inventory. Assist with school-wide events, fitness competitions, and assigned duties such as lunch or bus supervision.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree preferred. Valid Ohio teaching license. Successful completion of required state and federal background checks.

Work Schedule: School hours: 7:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Attendance at staff meetings, professional development, conferences, and school events as required.

What We Offer: We are proud to offer a total compensation package that supports the health, wellness and livelihood of our staff. All health benefits begin day one of employment! Three comprehensive medical plans to choose from with significant company contribution towards premium Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Company-Paid Basic Life, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability insurance Voluntary Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospitalization Coverage available STRS participation for all school-based positions Multiple scheduled holiday breaks PTO & personal days We offer competitive salaries and annual cost of living adjustments, as well as performance bonus potential (based on enrollment and academic performance). Join the BEST school in the Neighborhood! If you're passionate about helping students achieve academically, grow in character, and discover their potential, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team that's making a lasting impact in the lives of students every day.

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