Yoga Instructor - Substitute (Part-Time/On-Call, Year-Round)

At Mountain Recreation, we believe that everyone deserves to live a happy, healthy life—and that includes our employees. Join a team that dares to dream big and envisions a stronger, more connected community every single day. No matter what your role, you’ll be part of a dynamic team redefining what recreation, community, and service can look like. We’re elevating experiences, building partnerships, and making meaningful change—and we’re just getting started. Come grow with us as we continue to dream boldly and build a healthier, happier tomorrow.

Gypsum Recreation Center is looking for a dependable and enthusiastic Substitute Yoga Instructor to provide class coverage as needed. This position leads safe, welcoming yoga classes for participants of all experience levels, provides modifications for varying abilities, and creates a positive and relaxing environment. Kids Yoga experience is a plus!

About the role

Location: Gypsum Recreation Center (Gypsum, CO)
Employment Type: Part-Time, On-Call/Temporary
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Overtime Eligible)

Work schedules may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and multi-day trips. Flexibility is required to successfully fulfill job responsibilities. The position requires consistent mental and visual attention while leading and monitoring participants. Physical demands include standing, walking, bending, kneeling, demonstrating yoga poses and movements, and occasional lifting or moving equipment. The position requires frequent use of voice for instruction and may involve periods of continuous physical activity and participant interaction. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Responsibilities

General Statement of Duties: Lead safe and rewarding group exercise classes, assisting individuals to achieve their personal fitness goals.

• Instructs assigned classes, programs, and activities.
• Plans, organizes and implements curriculum based upon overall program objectives and guidelines.
• Closely supervises and oversees the safety, comfort and progress of participants.
• Assists class participants in developing and achieving their individual goals.
• Develops rapport with participants and responds to questions and concerns.
• Collaborates with the Facility Coordinator and Gypsum Recreation Center Management staff to develop, plan and schedule classes and programs.
• Communicates with staff regarding facility, equipment and supply needs.
• Sets up, take down, clean-up, before and after class as required.
• Addresses program specific risk management/safety issues.
• Facilitates inclusion of special needs participants in program.
• Manages accidents and incidents according to procedures.
• Acts as a mandatory reporter and complies with mandatory reporting guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Competencies and Qualifications

Considerable knowledge of: exercise physiology, anatomy, kinesiology, and current group exercise and fitness practices and techniques for assigned classes.

Skills and abilities: Strong ability to lead fitness classes utilizing a variety of techniques, styles and formats; instruct and provide for the needs of a variety of ages and fitness levels; communicate effectively; strong planning, organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills; demonstrate a positive, motivating and caring demeanor when teaching; physically perform the duties associated with this position; work cooperatively with others and create a positive, constructive relationship with staff and the general public.

• Be 18 years of age or older; AND
• Be a high school graduate or equivalent
• Hold group fitness certification and/or specific certification for classes
• May require possession of or ability to obtain a valid First Aid/CPR certification within 30 days of hire.

Pay

$25.00/hour non-certified; $35/hour certified; staff in this position are eligible for a $1/hour incentive for Spanish/English bilingual and can pass the language competency test.

Benefits

• Retirement Savings: 3.75% employer contribution to a 401(a)-retirement account.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access to mental health resources, life coaching, financial and legal consultation, and more through AllOne Health.
• Paid Time Off: Accrued sick leave in accordance with HFWA.
• Facility Access & Memberships: Complimentary access to all three Mountain Recreation facilities and a free membership to the Gypsum Recreation Center.
• Program Discounts: 20% off facility programs for employees and immediate family members.
• Family Discounts: Discounted punch cards for immediate family members at the Gypsum Recreation Center.
• Outdoor Gear Perks: Access to pro deals on top outdoor industry brands.
• Scholarship Opportunities: Student scholarship programs available.
• Healthcare Options: Opportunity to enroll in Vail Valley Partnership’s One Valley Healthcare Plan—an affordable healthcare program for employees and their families.

Mountain Recreation believes that everyone, including our staff, deserves to be healthy and happy. We foster a culture of accountability and flexibility while offering world-class benefits.