Yoga Instructor (Fall)

FALL 2026 | PART-TIME YOGA & MINDFUL MOVEMENT INSTRUCTOR (IN-PERSON)

Inspire Calm. Build Confidence. Help Students Move, Breathe, and Thrive.

Location: 8521 A St., Oakland, CA 94621
Start Date: August 31, 2026
Pay Rate: $25–$35/hour (based on experience)

Join an Inspiring Wellness Enrichment Program

Are you passionate about yoga, mindfulness, and helping students develop healthy habits for both mind and body?

We are seeking a compassionate and energetic Yoga & Mindful Movement Instructor to lead engaging after-school classes this fall. This enrichment program introduces students to yoga through fun, age-appropriate poses, mindful movement, breathing techniques, stretching, and relaxation exercises that promote physical wellness, emotional resilience, and self-confidence.

Students will develop balance, flexibility, coordination, focus, and body awareness while learning practical mindfulness strategies that support emotional regulation, stress management, and positive social interactions.

Whether you're a certified yoga instructor, wellness coach, educator, fitness professional, or someone passionate about youth wellness, this is a meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact on students' lives.

Curriculum guidance and program support are provided so you can focus on creating a safe, engaging, and uplifting classroom experience.

What You'll Do

• Lead engaging Yoga & Mindful Movement classes in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment
• Teach age-appropriate yoga poses, stretching routines, breathing techniques, and mindfulness exercises
• Guide students through activities that improve flexibility, balance, coordination, strength, and body awareness
• Incorporate relaxation techniques, mindfulness practices, and positive affirmations to promote emotional well-being
• Encourage self-confidence, focus, resilience, and healthy lifestyle habits
• Adapt activities to meet varying abilities and experience levels
• Foster a calm, welcoming classroom where students feel comfortable participating and expressing themselves
• Monitor student participation and provide positive encouragement and constructive feedback
• Maintain classroom organization and ensure student safety throughout all activities
• Communicate professionally with program coordinators and school staff
• Arrive prepared and ready to deliver an exceptional learning experience

What We're Looking For

• Passion for yoga, mindfulness, wellness, and youth development
• Experience in yoga instruction, fitness, wellness coaching, physical education, dance, or related disciplines
• Strong communication and classroom leadership skills
• Patient, encouraging, dependable, and professional attitude
• Ability to create a positive, calming, and inclusive learning environment
• Comfortable leading group movement and mindfulness activities
• Prior teaching, coaching, camp, recreation, or youth program experience is a plus but not required
• Yoga certification or background in Yoga, Physical Education, Kinesiology, Health, Education, or related fields is highly encouraged

Why You'll Love This Role

• Competitive pay: $25–$35/hour based on experience
• Flexible part-time opportunity
• Help students build confidence, resilience, and healthy lifelong habits
• Share your passion for yoga, mindfulness, and overall wellness
• Gain valuable teaching, leadership, and youth development experience
• Curriculum guidance and ongoing program support provided
• Positive and collaborative educational environment
• Make a meaningful difference by supporting students' physical, social, and emotional well-being

Perfect For

• Certified yoga instructors
• Mindfulness and wellness coaches
• Fitness and movement instructors
• Physical education teachers
• Dance and movement educators
• College students studying Kinesiology, Health, Education, or Psychology
• Camp counselors and youth mentors
• Anyone passionate about helping children develop confidence, focus, and healthy lifestyles

Ready to Inspire Healthy Minds and Active Bodies?

Apply today and help students build strength, confidence, mindfulness, and emotional well-being through engaging Yoga & Mindful Movement experiences that support lifelong wellness.