Yoga ENS Instructor

Job Description

GENERAL PURPOSE: Under the supervision of the Fitness and Wellness Coordinator, Fitness and Wellness Supervisor, and the Fitness & Wellness Program Assistants, the Yoga ENS Instructor is responsible for teaching the fundamentals of yoga credit courses offered through the School of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences (ENS) and Aztec Recreation. The emphasis will be to promote active, healthy living by teaching the skills that prepare students to successfully participate in yoga. Instruction will occur at the Aztec Recreation Center. This individual helps to ensure the diverse instructional needs of the San Diego State University students and Aztec Recreation members are met while emphasizing a safe, positive, and educational environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary Functions

Instructs registered participants in history, movement skills, and format differences

Develops and implements lesson plans and course syllabus with grading policies and learning outcomes

Measures learning outcomes

Explains and demonstrates basic skills in physical fitness and health education as well as nutrition, warm up/cool down, goal setting and other wellness topics

Evaluates student growth and progress in learning physical skills and course knowledge

Completes administrative tasks such as communication with students, attendance sheets, incident reports, class evaluations and grade submission

Submits grades and other course materials by university and department deadlines

Provides make-up sessions as required

Works with Aztec Recreation to advertise class (e.g. tabling, flyers, demos, etc.)

Utilizes Google Email and Calendar

Creates reports/presentations utilizing Windows XP, Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint as required/needed

Uses university SDSU registration and Canvas systems for class communication and management

Composes memorandums/letters/emails as needed

Completes tasks as assigned/required

Customer Service and Collaboration

Establishes and maintains working relationships with various A.S. and University departments

Greet all customers in a timely manner

Answer the phone politely and courteously

Assist all customers with questions and/or comments

If unable to assist, refers customer to someone who can

Maintain positive and effective working relationships with all customers

Inform supervisor of any customer issues

Safety

Ensures all operations are conducted with safety of staff and customers as first priority, and in accordance with the Injury and Illness Prevention Plan and other safety policies

Adheres to Associated Students' Code of Safe Practices

Reports accidents to supervisor and reviews changes required to avoid reoccurrence Ensures completion proper documentation is completed for each accident (employee and/or non-employee) and forwards to supervisor

Reports maintenance problems and/or broken and unsafe equipment to the appropriate party immediately

Provides appropriate safety instruction and regularly inspects classroom/program environment and equipment to ensure safety

Responds to emergencies according to established department procedures

MINIMUM & PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum & Preferred Requirements

Education:

Bachelor's Degree required (preferred in Physical Education, Recreation, Kinesiology/Exercise Science Health or a related field)

Knowledge of yoga practices and principles required for one or more of the following:

Beginning Yoga

Intermediate Yoga

Hot Yoga

Yoga Inversions

Yoga for Athletic Performance

Restorative Yoga with Breathwork

Experience:

Previous participation in and teaching/coaching experience required

Experience teaching instructional courses preferred

Must be able to physically lead and demonstrate the skill and/or activity

Strong oral and written communication skills required

Must possess excellent customer service skills

Experience within a campus recreation setting desired

License & Certification:

Current American Red Cross CPR/AED and First-Aid certifications required

Yoga Certification (minimum 200 hour) required

Certification from a professional health and/or fitness organization (ACSM, NSCA, NASM, ACHA, RYT, etc.) preferred

Trainings:

Must complete Anti-Harassment, Workplace Violence Protection and Gender Awareness training within 30 days of hire.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

Must be punctual and regular in attendance: arrive on time and ready for the workday

Must meet commitments and complete tasks satisfactorily

Must be able to work independently and stay focused under pressure in stressful situations

Must work effectively with other employees/departments

Must be accurate and pay attention to detail Strong organizational skills required

Must be able to follow oral and written directions and follow project through to completion

Must be professional and courteous at all times

Must be able to work well with different work styles

Must be able to work efficiently and show initiative

Must be able to coordinate multiple tasks, projects, and assignments within appropriate timelines

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Ability to handle difficult situations involving participants with patience, good judgment, and with diplomacy is expected

Ability to work with a diverse group of people effectively and diplomatically; must be able to work one on one and with groups with as many as 25 or more people

Must have strong English language skills and the ability to read, write and verbally communicate at a level appropriate to the duties of the position

Proficient computer skills required

Ability to prioritize workload

Ability to manage information flow (including internal, external and customer communication and filing/documentation)

Ability to develop positive working relationships

SCHEDULE & WORKING CONDITIONS

This is a part-time position, approximately 3 hours per week for each course with a maximum 20 hours per week during academic term.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While working indoors, the lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by dust, etc. Work is generally performed within a recreation environment, with standard office equipment available. Possible exposure to distracting/uncomfortable noise levels may require hearing protection to be worn when performing duties.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical requirements include but are not limited to: walking, walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, climbing, and working in confined space, lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying loads up to 50 pounds (unassisted) and 75 pounds (with assistance). Work may require standing and moving for extended periods.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to the Fitness and Wellness Coordinator

Reports to the Fitness and Wellness Supervisor in absence of Coordinator

Works closely with Fitness and Wellness Program Assistant(s)

Further interactions may include full-time staff within Aztec Recreation, including, but not limited to Recreation Director, Associate Director, Member Services Coordinator, Operations Supervisor, Member Services and Operations Manager, Marketing Coordinator, photographer, and videographer.

EMPLOYMENT CATEGORY: Part-time, starting rate is per hour of class time and based on qualifications and experience. The starting rate is $27-42/hour for class instruction time.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with Associated Students. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current Associated Students employees who apply for the position.

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