Therapeutic Yoga Instructor - Hamilton, Canada - McMaster University

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Description

Job Title:

Therapeutic Yoga Instructor

Pay Grid:

Temporary

Job Code:

INT277

Pay Grade:

Level 2, $20.09/hr

The
School of Rehabilitation Science is running a pilot randomized controlled trial of non-invasive brain stimulation and yoga to be delivered for those living with painful knee osteoarthritis (OA).

Participants will receive non-invasive brain stimulation prior to and concurrently with the yoga intervention. The yoga intervention integrates pain science, evidence-informed care of those with knee OA, and yoga postures.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced
Therapeutic Yoga Instructor to deliver the yoga-based intervention. Classes will be taught in-person, on campus or nearby twice weekly in 8-week intervals.

Accountabilities:

Instruct yoga classes as set out in the study protocol
Perform demonstrations of all activities.
Assess and evaluate pain levels of participants.
Provide guidance and instruction to participants and recommend modified exercises.
Document any adverse responses and any changes from the protocol.
Complete all complete set up and take down of the equipment.
Document participant attendance.

Qualifications:

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Education: Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT 500) with Yoga Alliance. Completed 500 hour teacher training.
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Experience: Minimum of 3 years relevant experience teaching therapeutic yoga classes.

Assets:

Knowledge of the lived experience of osteoarthritis acquired through working with this population.
Skill in guiding groups in selfcare techniques including awareness, selfregulation and discernment practices.
Ability to teach yoga without the use of Sanskrit terms, without nocebic language, and following a specific class plan created by the project team.
Ability to provide instructions with compassion and optimism and to guide modifications during a class with 1011 people.

Additional Information:

Completion of the Pain Care Aware certificate
Available for practicum training: April

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