My Grown Up & Me Yoga Instructor (Greenpoint YMCA)

Salary: $30.00 - $50.00 Hourly

The Greenpoint YMCA is seeking a Yoga Instructor for their My Grown Up & Me Yoga classes. This role focuses on leading interactive, engaging yoga classes designed for toddlers/young children (ages 2-5) and their parents, grandparents, or caregivers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver safe, fun, dynamic, and effective My Grown Up & Me Yoga classes.
• Create a welcoming and playful environment that uses movement, storytelling, and mindfulness to foster early motor skill development and strengthen the caregiver-child bond.
• Arrive before class starts to allow time to greet all participants and help new participants acclimate.
• Wear the designated uniform.
• Start each class with an introduction.
• Be responsible for participant safety; inspect floors, equipment, and supplies, and notify the supervisor of equipment in need of repair and /or the need for more/updated equipment.
• Instruct poses and breathing exercises that are accessible to both young children and adults of varying fitness levels, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all family structures.
• Use appropriate music at a sound level set by the supervisor.
• Maintain awareness of current fitness programs and trends, available through Club Connect.
• Maintain attendance records.
• Maintain required certifications, tracked in Club Connect.
• Actively participate in training sessions and designated meetings.
• Have a thorough knowledge of branch emergency procedures and take appropriate action in emergency situations.
• Act as a positive ambassador for our youth and family programs, building rapport with families and answering questions about class curriculum or other enrichment offerings.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one (1) to two (2) years of experience teaching children’s fitness, early childhood education, or leading youth enrichment programs (e.g., afterschool programs, day camps).
• Valid Yoga Instructor Certification (RYT-200).
• Specialized training or certification in Children’s Yoga (RCYT) is highly preferred.
• Current adult CPR or First Aid certifications.
• Current National Group Exercise certifications (ACE, ACSM, AFAA, or YMCA).
• Knowledge of Orientation to Healthy Living at the Y and Principles of Member Health & Wellness.
• Foundations of Listen First.
• Must attend the YMCA hospitality training within ninety (90) days of hire.

Benefits:

The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.

How to Apply:

If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.

If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit your application through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone.