The Summit Area YMCA is seeking a knowledgeable and engaging Tai Chi Instructor to lead a weekly class for members of varying ages and abilities. This position plays an important role in supporting healthy living by creating a welcoming environment that promotes balance, flexibility, mindfulness, and overall well-being. 

You May Be the Right Fit If You:

• Have experience teaching Tai Chi to adults of varying skill and fitness levels.
• Enjoy helping others improve their physical and mental well-being.
• Create a welcoming and inclusive environment where all participants feel comfortable and supported.
• Communicate effectively and build positive relationships with participants.
• Are dependable, professional, and committed to providing a high-quality member experience.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and lead safe, effective, and engaging Tai Chi classes. 
• Provide instruction, demonstrations, and modifications to meet the needs of participants with varying abilities and experience levels. 
• Foster a positive, supportive, and inclusive class environment. 
• Build relationships with participants and encourage ongoing engagement in YMCA wellness programs. 
• Monitor participant safety and respond appropriately to emergencies or incidents. 
• Maintain attendance records and communicate class needs or concerns to the supervisor. 
• Report facility, equipment, or safety concerns promptly. 
• Attend required trainings and staff meetings as assigned. 
• Uphold the YMCA mission, values, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Salary & Benefits:

Compensation for this position is $30.00-$40.00 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, and certifications.

This is a part-time position with a schedule to be determined. The instructor will initially teach one class per week, with the potential for additional classes as participant interest and program needs increase. Classes may be scheduled at either the Summit YMCA or Berkeley Heights YMCA.

The Summit Area YMCA offers generous employee benefits including a free YMCA membership, discounts on family membership, continued professional development training, and 12% salary contribution to your retirement plan upon eligibility.

At the Summit Area YMCA, we are committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation. Our main purpose is to strengthen community. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone can reach their full potential and we strive to live our cause with purpose every day. No matter who you are or where you’re from, we believe that we’re stronger when we come together.

• Previous experience teaching Tai Chi required.
• Formal Tai Chi training, certification, or equivalent experience required.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification required, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to safely instruct and modify movements for participants of varying ages, abilities, and physical limitations.

About the Summit Area YMCA:

We were founded as the Young Men's Christian Association in 1886, but today, we are The Y. Part of a world-class organization, we are one of the area’s leading nonprofits, that values, and is made stronger by, its diverse people. The Summit Area YMCA is committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose, and each other. Working locally, we focus on empowering young people, improving health and well-being, and inspiring action in and across communities. By bringing together people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and generations, we ensure that we all have access to the opportunities, relationships, and resources necessary to learn, grow and thrive.