Yoga for Kids Instructor
Job Description
Job Description
About Us:
Impact Kids has been providing safe, fun, and meaningful enrichment programs for over 10 years, and today we serve students at public and private schools across the country. Students have a safe space to develop, learn, play, and most importantly, just be kids in our before, during, and after school programs!
Looking for experienced individuals for teaching and instruction of yoga for kids. Candidate must possess a calm yet engaging energy, a positive approach, and a genuine desire to impact young children’s lives through mindfulness and movement. The ideal candidate would be knowledgeable about yoga practice, breathing techniques, and relaxation methods, and be passionate about teaching yoga to kids. This individual must provide positive feedback, implement curriculum, and be a team player. They must also demonstrate outstanding communication skills with children and their parents, including the ability to use clear, concise, and grammatically correct written and oral language in all aspects of professional interaction with students, their families, peers, the leadership team, and the larger community. A Child Abuse Clearance and criminal background checks are required. Experience Requirements:
A minimum of 2 years of previous experience working with children; examples include but are not limited to: academic/athletic tutoring, camp counselor, or youth volunteer. Yoga teaching or group fitness instructor experience (1–5 years minimum) required. Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree (preferred but not required)
Certified Yoga Instructor (preferred) Essential Job Responsibilities:
The Yoga Instructor is responsible for the supervision of students, leading age-appropriate yoga instruction, providing a safe and calming environment, and serving as a positive role model for students.
- Creating & implementing daily yoga sessions tailored to students between the ages of 4 and 18 with varying ability levels.
- Teaching fundamental yoga postures, breathing techniques, and mindfulness practices to promote physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
- Group supervision of students with attention to: behavior and group management, health and safety, security, and personal and skill development.
- Ensure the safety of students and team members.
- Organize and prepare daily plans in a fun, creative, and engaging manner.
- Use effective classroom management skills to lead the activity and create an inclusive and encouraging environment.
- Work effectively with fellow Activity Specialists and collaborate on daily responsibilities. Serve as a positive role model to students.
- Follow the Impact Kids Code of Conduct and maintain the Impact Kids look at all times.
- Exhibit Impact Kids Core Values at all times and adhere to all company policies.
- Have fun!
Be willing to travel. Ability to respond to emergency situations that may require running and climbing stairs. Good physical condition which enables the candidate to execute all responsibilities associated with this position, including demonstrating yoga poses and safe movement techniques.
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