Yoga Instructor

Details

Job Title: Yoga Instructor

FLSA Status: N/A – Independent Contractor

Hours: Part-time

General Purpose

Yoga teachers lead a variety of yoga classes in Shaker Rocks’ yoga studio.
They are dependable, service-oriented team players who understand and appreciate the unique relationship between yoga and rock climbing, and they are excited to support customers in their yoga and climbing journey.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions

Lead group yoga classes including but not limited to vinyasa flow, yin/relaxation/stretch, power/strength, acroyoga, and/or kids yoga
Teach classes according to the schedule description and level
Instruct poses effectively, paying attention to safety and risk factors appropriate to student experience levels
Safely and effectively demonstrate a variety of physical postures and provide appropriate modifications for all experience levels
Safely and effectively provide appropriate physical support and adjustments to students (if student wishes) in order to facilitate healthy alignment in postures
Provide a comfortable, motivating, and positive class environment
Set up the yoga room, greet students, and answer student questions prior to class
Tidy up yoga room following class
Promote classes, workshops, and upcoming Shaker Rocks events
Help shape the Shaker Rocks community culture
Display a conscientious work ethic with strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative spirit
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Certification from a recognized 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training

Preferred qualifications

1-3 years of yoga teaching experience
Prior work or leadership experience
Rock climbing knowledge a plus

Facility Environment and Physical Demands

While performing the essential responsibilities of this job, the employee will be regularly required to stoop, kneel, and crouch; walk up and down stairs; walk and stand on hard and soft and even and uneven surfaces; use both hands at the same time; reach overhead with arms; grip with hands; talk, yell, and hear; use a computer; and use yoga equipment such as mats, straps, and blocks.
The employee will regularly be required to lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds, and occasionally to lift and/or carry between 25 and 100 pounds
The employee will regularly be exposed to chalk and other airborne particles, loud noise, falling objects, and trip hazards.