Continuing Education- Tai Chi Instructor

City Colleges of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,104,000; Part time

Job summary

The City Colleges of Chicago is seeking a Tai Chi Instructor at Olive-Harvey College. This position involves preparing and delivering engaging group classes while ensuring an environment that promotes health and well-being.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, a current Tai Chi Certification, and teaching experience. The instructor will be responsible for maintaining safety and satisfaction among attendees. A competitive salary of $40.00 per hour is offered.

Qualifications

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Hold a current nationally recognized Tai Chi Certification.
• Have at least one year of teaching or training experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide engaging and effective Tai Chi group classes.
• Ensure safety and maintain a friendly learning environment.
• Accurately record class participation and collect feedback.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Communication Skills

Tai Chi Knowledge

Safety Awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current Tai Chi Certification

Job description

CONTINUING EDUCATION – TAI CHI INSTRUCTOR

Olive-Harvey College, Continuing Education department is seeking an instructor to teach Tai Chi. If you have a passion for teaching and learning and are committed to the mission of the community college, consider joining our team.

Essential Duties

• Instructor provides professional, engaging and effective group classes.
• Provide instruction and coaching to class attendee.
• Coordinates and prepares music and class routine as necessary.
• Exercise safety awareness and practices.
• Follows and enforces department policies, rules and regulations while maintaining a friendly attitude.
• Strong communication skills to deliver course content.
• Ensure that the class attendees are satisfied with the lessons.
• Begin and end class on time.
• Accurately record class participation and collect participants' surveys at the end of each class.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current nationally recognized Tai Chi Certification.
• One year teaching and/or training experience preferred.
• Must be able to work with participants individually and in groups, using various demonstrations methods.
• Must be knowledgeable about the industry with the skills to network, engage and interact with participants.
• Must communicate professionally and have a positive attitude at all times.

Salary: $40.00/hour

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.