City of Kitchener Careers

Yoga/Nia/Meditation Instructor

(Temporary for approximately 12 months)

Job Status:  Temporary Part-Time

Pay & Grade: $32.28 to $36.57 hourly

Hours of Work:Up to 24 hours per week

Initial location: Breithaupt Centre

Posting period:October 16, 2025 to October 23, 2025 (at 6:00pm)

Overview

Seeking a dedicated instructor to provide fitness instruction in Yoga, Meditation, and Nia. An ideal candidate will have certification in these disciplines, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to fostering wellness in a supportive environment.

Various work sites are Breithaupt Centre, Grand River Rec Complex, Budd Park, and Kiwanis Park.

Responsibilities

• Program Preparation: Develop and conduct engaging programs for participants, ensuring they meet required standards.
• Activity Instruction: Demonstrate and teach Yoga, Meditation, and Nia techniques using established methods, providing helpful feedback to participants.
• Safety Assurance: Explain and enforce safety rules for sports, recreation activities, and equipment use.
• Supply Management: Gather and organize necessary supplies and equipment.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records, including class attendance and accident/incident reports, and distribute relevant forms and program information.
• Equipment Care: Ensure equipment is used safely, kept in good condition, and stored properly.
• Customer Service: Respond to participants' immediate concerns and needs, providing excellent customer service.
• Facility Liaison: Act as a bridge between the facility and participants.
• First Aid: Provide first aid as required.
• Additional Duties: Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma and certification as a fitness instructor in Yoga, Meditation, or Nia.
• Experience: At least three years of related experience in a specific fitness program.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours, including daytime, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on program needs.
• Instructional Skills: Proven experience in providing instruction within a program setting.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, along with strong customer service and behavior management abilities.
• Background Check: Provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check at your own expense as a condition of employment.
• First Aid Certification: Valid CPR Level “C” and Emergency First Aid Certificate, or willingness to obtain prior to employment.
• Reliability: Demonstrated reliability, positive attitude, and good employment record.

Department/Division:Community Services, Neighbourhood Programs and Services

Group: Non-Union/Management

Competition Number: 2025-381

Job Code: 9408

Number of positions: 2

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