Yoga Instructor — Total Health & Community Wellness

YMCA of Greater Seattle; Sammamish (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Membership to YMCA of Greater Seattle

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life

Retirement with employer contributions

Free access to mental health resources

Paid time off (PTO)

Discounts on YMCA programs 25–50%

Full-time staff benefits

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Seattle is seeking a part-time Yoga Instructor to lead classes for its members on-site in Sammamish, WA. The role focuses on delivering engaging sessions on weekday mornings with possible weekend mornings, promoting safe, healthy lifestyles within a supportive community.

Applicants should hold a Yoga Certification, have at least two years of teaching or practice in a related area, and be able to motivate participants, manage safety, and set up equipment.

Qualifications

• Yoga Certification required and CPR/First Aid certifications preferred.
• Two or more years experience teaching or practicing in a specialized area and certification.
• Ability to lead a class or provide individual service.
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Plans and instructs Yoga classes or programs. Observes and discusses individual progress with participants.
• Develops positive relationships with participants and facilitates relationship building among participants and members.
• Provides motivational support and guidance.
• Increases participant awareness of all healthy lifestyle factors.
• Encourages member and parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
• Attends staff meetings and approved trainings as required.
• Sets up and takes down class equipment. Reports equipment problems.
• Ensures safe and effective classes. Responds to, and reports, accidents and incidents.
• Tracks, monitors, evaluates and transitions assigned Total Health participants providing motivational support and counseling.
• Accurately maintains related records.
• Leads ongoing YMCA Total Health classes or programs in a specialized area.

Skills

Class instruction

Motivation & guidance

Relationship building

Adaptability

Public speaking

Education

Yoga Certification

High school education or equivalent preferred

Job description

The YMCA of Greater Seattle is seeking a part-time Yoga Instructor to lead classes for its members on-site in Sammamish, WA. The role focuses on delivering engaging sessions on weekday mornings with possible weekend mornings, promoting safe, healthy lifestyles within a supportive community.

Applicants should hold a Yoga Certification, have at least two years of teaching or practice in a related area, and be able to motivate participants, manage safety, and set up equipment.