After School Instructor Kids Art and/ or Movement Visalia (Tulare County)

Yogativity Learning•Visalia, CA

11h•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Yogativity is hiring after-school instructors and assistants for elementary-school-aged movement and creativity programs at school sites in Visalia, California. Programs include MakerSpace and Mindful Bites, which combine art, science, engineering, and creativity, as well as Yogativity movement classes and Mindful Martial Arts. Yogativity blends stretching, science, games, and fun; Mindful Martial Arts is a no-contact course combining martial arts history and culture, conflict-resolution strategies, and Tai Chi-like movement sequences. Training, daily curricula, lesson plans, games, and materials are provided. Students are grouped by grade level, with a maximum of 20 students to two Yogativity staff in Yogativity classes. The role involves leading or assisting with after-school instruction and engaging students in indoor and outdoor program settings. Positions begin at the end of July and run through the end of June 2027. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM, plus daily preparation time. Occasionally, staff may be scheduled in advance for special event days, approximately 14 days per year, from 12:15 PM to 5:15 PM. Yogativity is a California-based organization that provides after-school programs and enrichment partnerships focused on movement, play, purposeful learning, physical activity, creativity, and social-emotional development. It partners with school districts to provide engaging, inclusive programming. The organization states that it is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. Applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Requirements

Experience working with youth in an educational, recreational, or after-school setting.
Experience working with groups of children.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Effective group-management skills and comfort leading groups of students and managing classroom behavior.
Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Energetic, kind, and patient personality.
Punctual and reliable, with access to reliable transportation.
Must meet one of the following: hold a bachelor’s degree or be working toward one, or be able to pass a company instructional assessment.
CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain it before starting.
Must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Ability to stand, walk, move throughout program spaces, and lift and cart materials up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree or studies in education or a related field are preferred.
College students, teachers, teaching assistants, retirees, and parents are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Lead or assist with after-school instruction for students.
Engage and supervise students in indoor and outdoor program settings.
Manage student groups and classroom behavior.
Prepare for daily classes and use the provided curriculum, plans, games, and materials.
Move materials, including lifting and carting items weighing up to 50 pounds.