Youth Yoga Coach

Cb•Palo Alto, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Yoga Coach leads engaging after-school yoga classes for students in grades K–5 at various elementary schools across the Bay Area. The coach creates a fun, supportive environment where children can learn, express themselves, build mindfulness, and participate in physical activity. Classes include 8–16 students ages 5–10 and use provided lesson plans. The role also involves preparing and transporting equipment, managing attendance and student sign-in/out, communicating with parents and school staff, providing feedback on student progress, and taking photos during sessions. Classes last 1–1.5 hours and start between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Coaches work two or more days per week, for a maximum of 2–5 hours weekly. A training and shadowing session of up to two days is unpaid. Candidates must be local to the US or have a valid working visa; visa assistance is not provided.

Requirements

Must be at least 19 years old.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Enjoyment of working with children and effective classroom management skills.
Flexibility, reliability, punctuality, and a professional, enthusiastic approach.
Strong communication skills and a resilient, positive attitude.
Reliable transportation throughout the Bay Area.
Willingness to undergo a background check and be fully vaccinated.
Must be local to the US or possess a valid working visa; visa assistance is not provided.

Nice To Haves

Previous yoga teaching or performing experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Lead yoga classes for students in grades K–5 at elementary schools across the Bay Area.
Manage classes of 8–16 students ages 5–10.
Teach yoga using provided lesson plans.
Attend up to two days of unpaid training and shadowing.
Transport and set up yoga equipment for each class.
Take attendance and manage student sign-in and sign-out procedures.
Communicate with parents and school staff as needed.
Provide constructive feedback on each student’s progress.
Take photos of children during sessions to showcase their progress.