Upper School Yoga Instructor

At a Glance
Position Title: Upper School Yoga Instructor
Position Type: Part-time, FTE.20
Pay Range: $12,000 - $13,500
Start Date: 08/01/2026 (classes start 09/02/2026)

Position Summary

The Bryn Mawr School seeks a part time, growth-minded Upper School Yoga Teacher to begin August, 2026.  Candidates should have interest in teaching highly motivated students at a school that values not only intellectual pursuits, but also building strong relationships, honoring community, and fostering wellness in mind, body, and spirit.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach yoga classes to 9th and 10th graders on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 2:05 - 2:45pm
• Create a quiet, mindful environment for students to explore yoga.
• Demonstrate strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills
• Encourage students and help them develop healthy habits, body awareness, resilience, self-confidence, and a positive relationship with movement and exercise.

Qualifications/Skills/Requirements

• 500 HR RYT Certification
• 3-5 years experience teaching yoga to young adults in small groups, preferably with experience working in schools. 
• Ability to teach multiple styles and components of yoga including, but not limited to, all levels of Vinyasa, Yin, Gentle, Restorative, Yoga Nidra, Mantras, Mudras, Meditation and Pranayama
• Excellent interpersonal skills - makes positive connections with people (students, parents, faculty, staff, and visitors to the school) easily and naturally

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (E.A.P.)
• Graduate School/Professional Development funding
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with an employer contribution of 3% and will match up to another 3% of the employee’s contribution after a year of service (1,000+ hours, annually)
• Legal Resources
• Aflac
• Pet Insurance
• Prorated number of sick days and personal leave.  
• Additional information on benefits can be provided upon request. 

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest, resume, and a list of at least three current professional references to Elaine Swyryn, Associate Head of School, at resumes@brynmawrschool.org  Please enter, “US PT Yoga” as the title.

Successful candidates must be able to demonstrate the ways in which inclusive and equitable practices inform their approach to instruction and communication. Candidates of color and members of other underrepresented groups who might enrich and diversify the school community are strongly encouraged to apply and will be welcomed into a community that celebrates the uniqueness of each faculty member and student. 

The Bryn Mawr School is an equal opportunity employer, adhering to all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, and veteran status.

 

Post Date

06/01/2026