Part-Time Yoga & Group Exercise Instructor

University of California; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

UC Santa Cruz is seeking a part-time fitness instructor to design, choreograph, and lead group exercise classes in formats such as Cardio Kickboxing, Yoga, or Zumba. The role requires on-site presence, punctual class delivery, and safe, inclusive leadership for a diverse participant group.

Responsibilities include setup, participant check-in, and ongoing class design updates, with a pay range of $36–$54 per class-session and limited scheduling flexibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; training or experience in group fitness preferred.
• Excellent time management to ensure punctual class start times.
• Strong verbal and written communication in English.
• Initiative and client-service oriented.
• CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 60 days (permisos).

Responsibilities

• Design, choreograph, and lead group exercise classes with certified formats.
• Demonstrate proper technique and safety for all participants.
• Arrive on-site early to set up classroom and equipment.
• Check-in participants and manage start/end times.
• Create an inclusive, encouraging class environment.
• Select appropriate music and safe volume levels.
• Provide modifications as needed and adapt class design as required.
• Keep class content fresh and updated.

Skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Initiative

Customer service

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Related field degree (Kinesiology, Physical Education, or comparable)

Job description

UC Santa Cruz is seeking a part-time fitness instructor to design, choreograph, and lead group exercise classes in formats such as Cardio Kickboxing, Yoga, or Zumba. The role requires on-site presence, punctual class delivery, and safe, inclusive leadership for a diverse participant group.

Responsibilities include setup, participant check-in, and ongoing class design updates, with a pay range of $36–$54 per class-session and limited scheduling flexibility.