Yoga Instructor

Work. Serve. Thrive. With the City of Durham 
Advance in your career while making a real difference in the community you serve.  


Hourly Rate: $20.06 - $23.22
Workdays/Hours: Shifts vary between Monday – Friday 5:00 pm- 9:00 pm, Saturdays 9:00 am- 2:00 pm (some daytime hours)

We are seeking talented instructors who can plan, organize, and lead yoga classes 


The ideal candidate will be skilled at keeping participants engaged, creating an experience, and connecting with the community. A successful instructor will be able to present a fully developed curriculum and guide participants of varying abilities to success in achieving the goals of the class. Creative themes and personal touches are encouraged. This is an opportunity to impart your skills to the Durham public while helping to ensure that education and wellness are affordable and available to all.

This position provides instruction to program participants in a specialty area that requires prior training and subject matter expertise. This includes leading and instructing yoga. Work involves facilitating skill development and assisting participants in reaching their individual goals. The position is responsible for preparing a curriculum within the parameters established by supervisory staff, setting up space for the activity, assembling equipment, and reporting on progress to aid in program improvements. Instruction is tailored to participants of varying ages and skill levels and adapted to accommodate differences in ability

• Represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.
• Coordinates with supervisory staff on program schedules, facility availability, paperwork, needed purchases, contracts, surveys, and attendance records.
• Requests staff assistance with needed equipment, access to spaces, and administrative materials.
• Prepares class design, researches and practices class format, determines and prepares for equipment needs.
• Anticipates basic needs such as temperature and lighting as well as any specific needs of planned participants.
• Conducts class instruction, leads exercises, incorporates music into fitness routines, and maintains group dynamics.
• Monitors exertion levels, guides participants in proper technique, and maintains safety in the class.
• Takes responsibility for cleanliness of equipment before and after class, as well as proper disposition and secure storage of equipment when not in use.
• Prepares information such as class description and summary of experience for marketing purposes.
• Develops rapport with participants and maintains community relationships.
• Attends all mandated City training sessions and staff meetings.
• Maintains relevant certifications for area of specialty throughout the course of instruction.
• Renders first aid in case of injury or distress. 

• High School diploma or GED, AND One (1) year of experience instructing yoga.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:

• A valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record will be required for some positions
• A valid Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED – with Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine Auto Injector Certification and Bloodborne Pathogens Training certification within the first six months of employment.

• CONTINUING EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
  • Maintains relevant certifications for area of specialty throughout the course of instruction

• Available Monday–Friday, 5:00 pm-9:00 pm; Saturdays, 9:00 am-2:00 pm
• Able to effectively teach participants of different age groups, levels of ability, and cultures.
• Available to work consistent evenings and weekends as needed.
• Experience providing courteous, effective, and solution-oriented customer service to the public.
• Experience developing lesson plans and leading group classes.