Yoga Teacher - Oak Park/River Forest

CorePower Yoga • Oak Park, IL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

A CorePower Yoga Instructor delivers an extraordinary student experience by providing a welcoming check-in, leading a CPY-aligned class, and supporting students in their personal growth. Instructors cultivate supportive relationships, remain accessible and approachable, ensure student safety, and embody CorePower Yoga’s values. The role includes teaching at least two classes per week and spending time before and after classes preparing, connecting with students, and supporting studio operations and initiatives.

Instructors are assigned a studio set that includes a home studio and supporting studios. They teach scheduled permanent classes, prioritize subbing support, receive routine feedback and communications, and support community growth and CPY initiatives. The position also includes front desk and point-of-sale duties, cleaning tasks, and serving as an ambassador for current programs and business offerings.

Requirements

• Certificate of completion from a 200-hour yoga teacher training, plus 50 hours of continuing education for C1, C2, HPF, and Hot Formats, or Yoga Sculpt or Fitness Training plus 40 hours of continuing education for Yoga Sculpt, for training completed before June 2020.
• For training completed after June 2020, a certificate from a format-related 200-hour yoga teacher training in person or online, and/or CorePower Yoga Online teacher training, and/or completion of the 50-hour Yoga Sculpt Intensive.
• Current CPR/AED certification.
• Excellent oral communication, professionalism, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Ability to lead students in physical activity for up to 1.5 hours at a time.
• Ability to withstand exposure to heat up to 104 degrees for at least 60 minutes in heated classes.
• Ability to move around the studio, crouch, bend, reach, and lift up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach a minimum of two CorePower Yoga classes per week, spending a minimum of four hours in the studio.
• Educate students on alignment, offer appropriate posture modifications, and consistently use CPY cueing formulas to support a safe practice space.
• Arrive 30 minutes before and remain 30 minutes after each class to review studio communications, plan CPY-aligned classes using planning and support tools, and connect with the student community.
• Connect with students before and after classes to support their personal growth, studio growth, and current CPY initiatives.
• Welcome and check students in, navigate point-of-sale transactions, perform front desk duties, and help provide a memorable student experience.
• Perform assigned cleaning tasks in accordance with CPY Smart Health Protocol cleanliness standards.
• Uphold CPY Core Values and foster positive working relationships to contribute to a supportive, fun studio environment.
• Represent current CPY initiatives and business streams, including All Access Membership, programming, lifestyle programs, and retail.
• Prioritize subbing support and help grow the community and support CPY initiatives at assigned studios.

Benefits

• Free All Access Membership for in-studio or online use.
• Free All Access Membership for one additional person.
• Retail discounts.
• Continued education offerings.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Time-and-a-half pay for hours worked on New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

What This Job Offers

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