Yoga for Kids Instructor

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. 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 fingerprint-based criminal background check (Live Scan), child abuse clearance, mandated reporter training, and current CPR/First Aid certification are required. Impact Kids will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act and applicable local fair chance ordinances. 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) 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. Create and implement daily yoga sessions tailored to students between the ages of 4 and 18 with varying ability levels. Teach 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. Organize and prepare daily plans in a fun, creative, and engaging manner. 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. Be willing to travel between schools and program sites. Good physical condition which enables the candidate to execute all responsibilities associated with this position, including demonstrating yoga poses and safe movement techniques. Impact Kids is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants with disabilities upon request.