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DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Yoga Teacher

Alternative Title: Yoga Instructor, Yoga & Fitness Teacher, Yoga & Fitness Instructor

Reports to: Studio Manager

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

YogaSix believes everyone deserves the mind-body experience of yoga (and fitness!). YogaSix offers six core class types designed to accommodate students of all levels in a way that is energizing, empowering, and fun. YogaSix was established in 2012 and is the fastest growing boutique yoga company in the United States with over 200 independently owned and operated locations throughout the US and abroad.

POSITION:

YogaSix Yoga Teachers are passionate and dedicated professionals who are open to growth and eager to take their teaching to the next level. They have the desire to join an amazing community of teachers that is changing lives. The best Y6 teachers are warm, outgoing, and engaging, who thrive in a community environment and are committed to guiding classes that are empowering, energizing, and FUN. Teachers are hired as part-time employees (not independent contractors) as we invest in your development and growth.

DUTIES:

• Delivering exceptional classes by providing top-notch class instruction, building connection & Community, and creating a personal connection with each student
• Arrive to studio prepared to connect with students a minimum of 15 minutes before class start time
• Set up and manage the practice room appropriately: Props, Mat Spacing, Music, Lighting
• Create a class experience that shows your personality and skills while adhering to the Yoga Six standards and guidelines for each of the YogaSix core class types
• Demonstrate the ability to teach a safe, fun, and creative class with a genuine interest in student success, whether novice or seasoned practitioner
• Follow up with students after class- 15 minutes
• Clean practice room space and prop room after each class, leaving the room as neat as you found it
• Support studio success (though extra attention of new students during their trial period, event promotion, and knowledge of special programs that are offered)
• Maintain a consistent presence while teaching and practicing at the studio

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST HAVE:

• Minimum of 200 hours - Yoga Alliance Certification
• 6 months of teaching experience preferred
• Current CPR certification
• Genuine ability to connect with strangers on a personal level
• Willingness to grow and remain a student forever, eager for growth, coaching, and continued development
• Facilitate connection-building and consistent utilization of teaching methodology
• Warm, approachable, and outgoing personality
• A sense of humor
• Reliable and neat
• Ability to work harmoniously with co-workers, clients, and the public
• Ability to stay calm at all times and act respectfully and professionally, even with customers who may voice frustrations
• Strong customer service skills
• Trustworthy and able to handle confidential studio information
• Proficient with computers and Studio software
• Must be fluent in English and have excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills in person, on the telephone, and via email
• Teachers are asked to teach a minimum of 3 classes per week

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be physically able to walk through the classroom freely in order to demo postures and transitions in a heated room, monitor students' movements, provide them with hands-on adjustments (as needed and if desired by students) and to facilitate dynamic, energizing, empowering and fun yoga and fitness classes
• This job may require the person to climb up and down flights of stairs as elevators are not present at all locations. May be asked to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus
• Must be able to effectively hear in-person and via telephone

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• This position offers a competitive Hourly Rate plus an additional class rate based on experience and performance.
• Free continuing education and discounted teacher training programs

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

YogaSix provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, YogaSix complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Note: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job as they may change at any time with or without notice. Screened candidates may be invited to an initial interview, and those that move forward will be asked to audition live or submit an audition video.