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About the Role
New York Edge is seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, and caring person to fill the role of Yoga Specialist. In this part-time position, you will lead students in after-school programs through age-appropriate yoga exercises, build positive relationships, and foster a desire to learn and develop.
Responsibilities
- Develop weekly age-appropriate lesson plans involving yoga related games and wellness education.
- Deliver fun, motivational, empowering, and educational yoga classes.
- Support students in developing personal goals.
- Foster empathy, communication, and community building through yoga practices, poses and breathing exercises.
- Teach students mindfulness, self-awareness, and discipline through fun activities.
- Communicate with the Program Director regarding any materials needed.
- Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants.
- Demonstrate proper use of materials and equipment.
- Maintain accurate attendance records and anecdotal logs.
- Follow all procedures and guidelines including those pertaining to health and safety.
- Keep the immediate supervisor informed daily of any concerns regarding participants, staff or the facility.
- Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings and special events.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Must be knowledgeable and skilled in yoga instruction.
- Prior experience teaching and instructing youth preferred.
- Must be able to follow a curriculum.
- Must be responsible, reliable, and punctual.
- May be required to walk up and down stairs.
- May have to lift or move objects/materials as needed.
- Job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and Department of Health.
Skills
- Yoga instruction
- Teaching and instructing youth
- Certifications and credentials in respective skill-based activity
- Following a curriculum
- Responsibility
- Reliability
- Punctuality
- Excellent communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Passion for New York Edge's mission
- Demonstrated interest in education and youth development
- Ability to lead instruction in more than one activity
Location
- New York City Public School
Work Type
- Part-time
- After school programs
Experience Level
- A minimum of one year of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required.
- A minimum of one year of teaching experience is required.
Education Level
- High School Diploma or Equivalent required
- Some college preferred
About the Company
- New York Edge is the largest provider of afterschool and community school programs in all five boroughs of New York City and Wyandanch, Long Island.
- With more than 25,000 students in grades K-12, New York Edge bridges the opportunity gap faced by students in underinvested communities by strengthening academic performance, health and wellness, self-confidence, and leadership skills for success in life.
Equal Opportunity
- New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer