CURTANNA ACREDITED INSTRUCTOR APPLICATION

About the company

Curtanna is an Executive Functions and Social-Emotional skills development program inspired by the Olympic sport of fencing for elementary aged children (k-5). Through a mix of over 500 exercises and activities, the program aims at improving pro-social behavior, academic performance and attendance in children. Curtanna provides an active learning experience for participants through organized play in a fun, safe, and inclusive environment.

Our innovative method of delivery allows for an easy implementation into schools. We provide full training and equipment to our instructors and a platform used for empowerment. The platform prepares instructors for class, collects data during class, aids in class time management, and creates automatic individual performance reports.

The program is meant for children to have fun - without them realizing they are developing life skills! We hope you can join our team of instructors.

Job Description

Motivated Children Group Instructor preferably with previous experience managing activities with children. Capable of leading, instructing, and motivating groups in physical, mental and social activities. Educated on fitness, psychology, psychiatry, neuroscience, human development, education or passion for working with children.

  • Ability to work at least 10 hours per week.
  • Ability to maintain a safe, stress-free and fun class atmosphere.
  • Highly energetic.
  • Exceptional Interpersonal communication skills.
  • Dynamic communicator.
  • Effective leadership and motivational skills.
  • Effective time management.
  • Capable of juggling multiple tasks with technological equipment during class.
  • Organized mind set, capable of studying class material and equipment (provided).
  • Capable of attending a three-day training class within the time frame provided.
  • Able to manage children; explains proper techniques, demonstrate exercises (all provided in advance).
  • Assists children, answers questions, and maintains a positive attitude.
  • Keeps management informed of customer and facility needs.
  • Ensures that safety standards are met, and facility policies are adhered.
  • Has own transportation.

Qualifications

Required qualifications

  • Must be at least a junior in college.
  • Must be willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations.
  • Ability to be professional and motivate class participants.
  • Ability to cooperate and work well with other staff members.
  • Eager to learn and to prepare for classes.
  • Passion for working with children.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Majoring in fitness/sports related field, psychology, psychiatry, neuroscience, human development, education, or applicable major.
  • CPR AED certification.
  • Additional specialty/certifications.
  • Background in fitness (athletics, sports, dance, martial arts or related field).
  • Working knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology and training principles.
  • Knowledge of teaching strategies.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works with various types of fitness equipment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally must aide or assist participants. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Must have a high degree of energy, be physically fit, and have the endurance to complete the workout.

Please pre-register to participate in a training workshop.

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