Instructor Tai Chi (NW Seattle Lifelong Recreation)

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Life Long Recreation Advisory Council - Seattle, WA 98105Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $27.00 - $29.00 HourlyJob Category: EducationCouncil – Location: 180 – Senior Adults

Seasonal / Year‑Round: Year round

Position Type: Part‑Time

Pay:

Starting pay: $27.00 - $29.00
Full Pay Range: $27.00 - $37.00/hour (employee may earn up to $37.00/hr with continued employment) 

Desired Start Date: 9/1/2026

About the Role

Associated Recreation Council (ARC), in partnership with Seattle Parks and Recreation, is seeking a calm, skilled, and supportive Tai Chi Instructor to lead wellness programming for older adults. Tai Chi is a gentle, low‑impact practice that promotes balance, flexibility, mindfulness, and overall well‑being—making it an ideal offering for our Senior Adults programs.

These opportunities are for on‑site, in‑person instruction only.

This year‑round, part‑time role is perfect for an instructor who is passionate about mindful movement, healthy aging, and creating a welcoming environment for participants of all experience levels.

Schedule:

To be arranged

Start Date:

9/1/2026

Instructor Tai Chi duties and responsibilities include:

Lead Tai Chi classes tailored to senior adults, focusing on slow, controlled movement and breathwork.

Teach foundational forms, balance exercises, and mindful movement sequences.

Provide modifications and guidance to support participants with varying mobility and fitness levels.

Foster a calm, inclusive, and supportive class environment.

Ensure participant safety by monitoring movement and offering adjustments as needed.

Manage class setup and cleanup.

Maintain attendance records and complete required administrative documentation.

Instructor Tai Chi requirements include:

Must be at least 18 years old.

Experience teaching Tai Chi or related mindful movement practices (e.g., Qigong).

Experience working with older adults preferred.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to create a peaceful, encouraging, and accessible class environment.

Benefits:

ARC Paid Sick and Safe Time (PSST)

Location

North-West Community Centers – Seattle

We are actively interviewing for this role, so if this role is a good fit for you and you want to learn more about it, please apply now.

EEO/ADA

ARC is an Equal Opportunity employer and values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, caste, or gender identity.

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an employee. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of an employee. An employee may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request during the application and hiring process.