Yoga Instructor

Grandview Street near Stanich Avenue, Gig Harbor WA

Description

Maitrī Movement and Meditation seeks a warm, engaging, and professional yoga instructor for Saturday morning classes throughout the summer, with the potential to expand in the fall. Qualifications: -Strong interpersonal and communication skills -Strong work ethic, reliable, timely -Ability to craft dynamic, empowering, mixed-level classes -Strong understanding of yoga beyond asana, with the ability to incorporate other elements into a class Responsibilities: -Arrive 15 minutes early -Greet students individually, create personal connections -Create a positive and welcoming environment for all ages, stages, bodies, abilities, levels, etc -Include in every class: breath, warm-up, flow, strength, balance, stretch, cool down, and final relaxation or meditation -Be available to students for discussions and questions after class Requirements: -At least 200 hours of yoga-specific training -At least 500 hours total related training, which may include anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, and/or other mind body or movement practices -Current CPR/first aid -At least one year teaching experience preferred -Available Saturday mornings -Able to practice outdoors on uneven ground, in a variety of weather conditions Compensation: -Depends on experience, $30-$40 per class