Yoga Instructor/Senior Living

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.