Benefits:
401(k)
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule
Opportunity for advancement
POSITION:
Lead Teachers support the General Manager and Department of Education by providing programming expertise, onboarding help, and continued coaching for the teaching roster of YogaSix Santa Rosa. YogaSix Lead Teachers are experienced, passionate and dedicated professionals who are looking for a way to get more involved, beyond teacher classes, privates, and workshops. This part time position includes a flexible, rolling schedule as you are tasked with taking classes and offering feedback (using YogaSix’s empowering, student-focused approach) to other teachers on the team.
Average estimated time commitment of approximately 5-15 hours per week, plus time teaching, depending on the needs and stage of the studio.
DUTIES
Delivering Exceptional Classes
Have a consistent presence teaching and practicing at YogaSix.
Signed off on all 6 core class types.
Teach a minimum of 5 yoga classes (minimum of 3 different formats) in studio per week. Create a class experience that shows your personality and skills while adhering to the Yoga Six standards and guidelines for each of the YogaSix core class types.
Set up and manage the practice room appropriately: Props, Mat Spacing, Music, Lighting.
Provide top notch class instruction.
Demonstrate the ability to teach a safe, fun, and creative class with a genuine interest in student success, whether novice or seasoned practitioner.
Clean practice room space and prop room after each class, leaving the room as neat as you found it.
Teacher Coaching & Development
Responsible for recruiting, onboarding, coaching and developing teachers.
Have strong understanding of Yoga Six core formats, as well as distinguishing features between formats and provide feedback to teacher, General Manager and Department of Education (if requested).
Coach teachers in a supportive, empowering way by illuminating areas of growth and acknowledging areas of skill.
Submit audition evaluation form for each teacher to General Manager.
Lead in-house format trainings (which include a full class experience) for training purposes.
Building Connection & Community
Arrive to studio prepared to connect with students a minimum of 15 minutes prior to class start time.
Create a personal connection with each student.
Follow up with students after class- 15 minutes.
Support studio success (though extra attention of new students during their trial period, event promotion, and knowledge of special programs that are offered).
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum E-RYT 200 hour Yoga Alliance Certification
RYT 500 or ERYT 500 Preferred
Current CPR Certification
Warm, Approachable and Outgoing Personality
Genuine ability to connect with complete strangers on a personal level
Willingness to grow and remain a student forever
A sense of humor
Committed to always remain a student themselves, eager for growth, coaching, and continued development
Interest in evolving skills as a teacher and knowledge of various styles
Communication & People Skills
Experience coaching and developing staff and effectively resolving personnel issues
Uplift all Team Members by giving them the tools to succeed
Must be fluent in English and have excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills in person, on the telephone and via email
Ability to work harmoniously with co-workers, clients and the general public
Ability to stay calm at all times and act respectfully and professionally, even with customers who may voice frustrations
Strong customer service skills
Organizational, Professional, & Technological
Professional, punctual, reliable and neat
Trustworthy and ability to handle confidential studio information
Proficient with computers and Studio software
Lead Teacher reports to General Manager, with support and training coming from the Director of Education.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
This position offers a competitive Hourly Rate plus an additional class rate based on experience and performance.
Lead Teacher to have written approval for all tasks, and to document
Note: 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 as they may change at any time with or without notice.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this position, and join the incredible team of teaching professionals at YogaSix:
E-mail santarosa@yogasix.com and santarosagm@yogasix.com with the subject line "Lead Teacher Position" and attach the following documents.
Resume
PDF of 200hr Teaching Certificate (or beyond)
Screened candidates will be invited to an initial interview, and those that move forward will be asked to submit an audition video.