Faculty/Staff Fitness Instructor Pool - 2026/2027: Yoga Mind/Body

OSU Oregon State University • Corvallis, OR

20d • Onsite

About The Position

The Faculty-Staff Fitness (FSF) Program, part of the School of Exercise, Sport, and Health Sciences within Oregon State University’s College of Health, invites applications for one or more Yoga Mind/Body Instructors to teach courses during the 2026–2027 fiscal year. These are professional faculty positions. Applications are reviewed as needed, and qualified candidates will be contacted when positions become available.

The FSF Program seeks instructors to deliver high-quality fitness classes for university employees and affiliated community members. The program has supported employee wellness at Oregon State University since 1984 and serves more than 800 participants each academic term through fitness offerings that include aquatics, aerobics, conditioning, mind/body, and strength training. Instructors support the program’s mission by leading effective, evidence-based fitness experiences that encourage lifelong physical activity and wellness.

The position is hourly and involves teaching 2–5 classes per week. Classes are offered in short blocks throughout the day and week, including early mornings, lunch times, and evenings. Instructors must be able to demonstrate the physical activity to participants for the duration of class. Physical demands may include lifting up to 40 pounds, bending, twisting, and other demands associated with fitness classes. The anticipated start date is October 16, 2026. Starting salary is commensurate with skills, education, and experience; the listed range is $20.46–$27.92.

Requirements

• One year of teaching experience in Mind/Body Fitness, Yoga, or Pilates, teaching at least two one-hour classes per week (approximately 104 hours annually), or equivalent instruction experience; OR a nationally recognized professional certification in Mind/Body Fitness, Yoga, or Pilates and six months of teaching experience at that frequency (approximately 52 hours annually), or equivalent instruction experience; OR an associate degree in Exercise Sports Science or a relevant field and three years of teaching experience in Mind/Body Fitness, Yoga, or Pilates; OR a high school diploma or equivalent, five years of teaching experience, and certification in Mind/Body Fitness, Yoga, or Pilates.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications by the start of classes.
• Demonstrated ability to design, teach, and assess courses that support inclusive learning principles and promote equitable teaching practices for all learners.
• Ability to demonstrate the physical fitness activity to participants for the duration of class.
• Ability to meet physical demands that may include lifting up to 40 pounds, bending, and twisting.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Kinesiology or a relevant discipline.
• Professional certification in mind/body instruction. Preferred certifying organizations include Yoga Alliance, YogaFit, completion of OSU Yoga Teacher Training, Stott Pilates, Pilates Method, ACSM, NASM, NSCA, ACE, and AFAA.
• Enrollment in or completion of a Kinesiology/Public Health program and completion of a practicum or internship within the Faculty Staff Fitness organization in a field applicable to the position.
• Five or more years of teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach 2–5 classes per week.
• Prepare for classes.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive environment.
• Foster participant engagement.
• Develop class programming that accommodates diverse fitness levels and abilities.
• Substitute teach for other classes when needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED