Yoga Teacher

Yoga Teacher for Vinyasa-Based Heated Yoga

YogaSix Bakersfield is looking for dedicated teachers that want to grow and take their teaching to the next level, and have the desire to join an amazing tribe of teachers that is changing lives. We are seeking warm, outgoing, engaging team members who thrive in a community environment and are committed to guiding classes that are empowering, energizing, and FUN. Teachers are hired as employees (not independent contractors) as we invest in your development and growth. 

Qualities of Great YogaSix Teachers

• The ability to create connection
• Knowledge of the techniques and material
• The ability to communicate and the willingness to be in conversation
• Being a gatekeeper of the space
• Being willing to tune in to our needs and the needs of our team members
• Leading from a place of rich personal experience
• Committed to always remain a student themselves, eager for growth, coaching, and continued development 

Job Responsibilities

• Arrive to studio a minimum of 15-30 minutes prior to class start time
• Create a personal connection with each student
• Create a class experience that shows your personality and skills while adhering to the Yoga Six standards and guidelines for each of the six core class types
• Set up classroom appropriately: Props, Mat Spacing, Music, Lighting
• Provide top notch class instruction
• Follow up with students after class
• Clean studio space
• Build community and connection

Position Requirements

• Outgoing personality with a strong desire to provide exceptional client service
• Genuine ability to connect with complete strangers on a personal level 
• Willingness to grow and remain a student forever 
• A sense of humor 
• Demonstrate the ability to teach a safe, fun, and creative class with a genuine interest in student success, whether novice or seasoned practitioner 
• Minimum 200-hour Yoga Alliance Certification 
• 1 years teaching experience preferred 

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 
• Able to demonstrate exercises relevant to class style, as is frequently required. 
• Physically able to lift and carry 1-10 lb. equipment 
• Adjust and operate equipment.
• Strong verbal skills (proficient in speaking and understanding English) 

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. 

Candidates are required to provide PDF of 200hr Teaching Certificate 

Screened candidates will be invited to an initial interview, and those that move forward will be asked to submit an audition video. 

Compensation: Class rate varies on experience/ability/formats.