About this role
Position Title: Yoga Instructor/Senior Living
Department: CLS/Fitness
Schedule: Tues/Thur. 9am-11:15am. (two classes)
Pay: Contract $50/per class
Who we are:
Nestled at the base of Cougar Mountain is a senior living community in Issaquah, Washington unlike any other on the Eastside: Timber Ridge at Talus. When our community of well-traveled, outdoor-loving seniors aren’t visiting other parts of the world, you’ll find them socializing over dinner, hiking a nearby trail or just enjoying the spectacular views. As the area’s first Silver LEED-certified LCS Community, our campus and natural setting reflects our residents’ love of the Pacific Northwest. You won't find our unique combination of an all-inclusive lifestyle, superior hospitality, and beautiful location anywhere else. We are currently looking for a Yoga Instructor with senior living experience to teach chair and mat yoga on Tuesday and Thursday mornings.
Who you are:
- High School education or equivalent preferred. Other applicable education, training, and experience will be considered.
- Current CPR/AED and First Aid Certification ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
- Yoga teacher certification required. 200+hours
- Experience teaching yoga/chair preferred.
- Experience teaching older adults required.
- Proven ability to conduct classes through demonstrated poses, clear instruction, and appropriate adjustments.
- Basic knowledge of human anatomy/physiology to ensure safety and well-being of class participants.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
General Summary:
The Yoga/Chair instructor is a contracted employee on the Community Life Services team, serving Senior Adult Residents. This position is supervised by the Fitness Manager and will design and lead yoga/chair yoga classes.
Essential Job Duties:
- Design and lead Yoga/Chair Yoga classes for all levels.
- Set a positive tone and appropriate level of energy for class type.
- Provide safe, effective, and inspiring instruction in yoga/chair yoga through well-prepared classes.
- Provide adjustments and modifications in a safe and professional way to accommodate all levels.
- Ability to communicate effectively and understand instructions in English.
- Reliability to teach scheduled classes, beginning and ending on time.
- Keep up to date with the latest industry trends and participate in continuing education programs to enhance expertise and maintain yoga certification.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
- Sit or stand for extended lengths of time.
- Crouch, push, pull, reach, and kneel as necessary.
- Lift up to 50lbs safely.
- Maintain balance necessary to prevent falling of self and resident.
- Perform repetitive movements.
- Projects voice in a classroom setting.
Other facts
About Bayshore on Hilton Head
The Cypress is Charlotte’s premier Life Plan Community, sitting on 65 sun-kissed acres in the heart of beautiful South Park. Throughout The Cypress’ history, our goal has always been to give our residents the best of everything. That includes an inspired lifestyle filled with activities and amenities, a variety of wellness opportunities, world-class healthcare, and financial stability from owning a home.
As a Life Plan Community, The Cypress is uniquely equipped to meet the different health care needs of its residents, from the most independent and able to those requiring more advanced levels of care. Every detail surrounding our healthcare model has been carefully considered to best ensure that residents can continue to experience the rich, full lives they deserve, even as their medical needs change. Located on campus, The Stewart Health Center is a Medicare-certified facility offering assisted living options, 24-hour skilled nursing care and dementia care for rehabilitative and long-term care programs, short-term recuperation and respite services for all Cypress residents.
When you work at The Cypress, you can see the difference your efforts make. Help or interact with a member once, and you’ve literally made a friend forever. If you’re interested in doing important work in a supportive, employee-friendly environment, please explore our current job opportunities: www.thecypressofcharlotte.com/careers/
What you'll do
- The Yoga/Chair instructor is responsible for designing and leading yoga and chair yoga classes for all levels, ensuring instruction is safe, effective, and inspiring. This includes setting a positive tone, providing necessary adjustments, and maintaining class schedules punctually.
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