<p>CERTIFIED YOGA INSTRUCTOR</p> <p>Part Time</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>The Yoga Instructors lead classes and provide instruction on the various philosophies and practices of yoga.</p> <p>They develop lesson plans, demonstrate techniques, and offer guidance to ensure that members are performing movements correctly and avoiding injury.</p> <p>Their duties and responsibilities include:</p> <ul> <li>Design and plan yoga sessions tailored to the needs and abilities of the members </li><li>Instruct members on the different yoga postures and techniques </li><li>Monitor members during sessions and adjust their positions as needed </li><li>Provide guidance and support to members, ensuring their safety and comfort during the practice </li><li>Explain and demonstrate breathing exercises and meditation practices </li><li>Promote the benefits of regular yoga practice, such as increased flexibility, better stress management, and improved overall health </li><li>Maintain a clean, safe, and serene studio environment </li><li>Stay updated with new yoga techniques, styles, and teaching methods </li></ul> <p>SAFETY & RISK MANAGEMENT:</p> <ul> <li>Adheres to all safety policies, rules and standard operating procedures established by Parks and Recreation. </li><li>Inspects, corrects and maintains the workstation/environment to ensure it is free from hazards or unsafe conditions. </li><li>Reports all injuries and accidents, no matter how minor, immediately to the appropriate supervisor. </li><li>Immediately reports all observed unsafe acts and conditions to the supervisor. </li><li>Always report to working in an acceptable condition, not under the influence of any substance that could inhibit the ability to work safety or efficiently. </li></ul> <p>MEMBER ENGAGEMENT:</p> <ul> <li>Builds and maintains effective, positive relationships with members, participants and staff. </li><li>Create a supportive community environment. </li><li>Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. </li><li>Responds and/or resolves member inquiries and/or concerns in a timely manner. </li><li>Understands and executes their role in fulfilling our promise as a cause-driven organization. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications and Skills</p> <ul> <li>Must be 18 years of age. </li><li>Current certification in Yoga from an accredited organization, i.e. NASM, ACE, AFAA etc. </li><li>Thorough knowledge of Yoga and the techniques, styles and teaching methods. </li><li>Physical ability to lead and interact in fitness activities and perform related physical fitness skills. </li><li>Possess excellent customer service and communication skills. </li><li>Possess or be willing to learn sales skills. </li><li>Ability to self-promote and network. </li><li>1-2 years related experience preferred. </li><li>Certification requirements include, within 30 days of hire, CPR/AED and First Aid; Child Abuse Prevention. </li></ul> <p>Physical Requirements</p> <p>The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk, and listen. Physical ability to lead and interact in fitness activities and perform related physical fitness skills.</p> <p>Other Duties</p> <p>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. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with little notice.</p> <p>Work Schedule</p> <p>Vinyasa Yoga- Thursday mornings 9a-10a Focuses on the flow between poses and breath-synchronized transitions to achieve inner balance.</p> <p>Relax Flow- Saturday mornings 10a-11a Focuses on calming your center through flow and stretches.</p> <p>May be required to be a substitute available for other yoga classes.</p> <p>To Apply</p> <p>To complete an application, please visit the City of Bluefield Municipal Complex at 200 Rogers Street, Bluefield WV 24701.</p> <p>OR</p> <p>Resumes may be emailed to: aheltzel [at] bluewv.org (aheltzel[at]bluewv[dot]org). Please include the position applying for in the subject line.</p> <p>OR</p> <p>You may also mail your resume to:</p> <p>Anthony Heltzel</p> <p>Director of Human Resources</p> <p>City of Bluefield</p> <p>200 Rogers Street</p> <p>Bluefield, WV 24701</p> <p>The City of Bluefield is an Equal Opportunity Employer</p>