What are the responsibilities and job description for the Yoga Instructor - Plaistow YMCA position at YMCA of the North Shore?
Yoga Instructor - Inspire, Lead, and Make an Impact!
Are you passionate about sharing the benefits of yoga with a diverse group of participants? Do you love motivating others and want to make a positive impact in your community? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
As a Yoga Instructor, you will guide members and guests on their wellness journey by leading engaging, accessible, and inspiring yoga classes. Your role is more than just teaching poses-you will create a welcoming and inclusive environment where individuals of all levels can experience the physical and mental benefits of yoga.
What You'll Do:- Lead dynamic and engaging yoga classes that cater to participants of all experience levels.
- Demonstrate poses with clear, accessible instruction, ensuring proper alignment and technique.
- Offer modifications and adjustments to support individual needs and abilities.
- Use motivating and educational language to guide participants through the flow of practice.
- Foster connections with members, encouraging participation and long-term engagement.
- Promote mindfulness, relaxation, and overall well-being through your instruction.
- Certified Yoga Instructor with experience leading classes.
- Ability to demonstrate poses and modifications with clarity and confidence.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage and motivate participants.
- Experience working with diverse populations and adapting instruction to different ability levels.
- A passion for health, wellness, and community impact.
If you're ready to share your love of yoga, inspire others, and be part of a mission-driven organization, we'd love to hear from you!
Why Work for the Y?
At the YMCA, you're more than an employee-you're part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to making a difference
- Free YMCA membership and employee discounts on programs.
- Paid training and professional development.
- Opportunities for career advancement within our seven YMCA locations.
- A retirement fund with a 12% company contribution (once vested; no match required).
Be part of a team that supports your career, health, and well-being while making a difference in your community!
- Must be 18 years or older
- Current Yoga Instructor certification
- Nights and weekends
The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.
The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, veteran's status, or sexual orientation.