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Impact Kids

On-site school enrichment and child care

Yoga for Kids Instructor

Full-Time
$30 - $50/hr
Mid
Bachelor's
Elgin, IL, USA
In Person
TrainingFitness & Sports Instruction

About the job

Requirements
  • A minimum of 2 years of previous experience working with children, such as academic or athletic tutoring, camp counseling, or youth volunteering.
  • Yoga teaching or group fitness instructor experience of 1–5 years minimum is required.
  • A Child Abuse Clearance and criminal background checks are required.
  • The candidate must be knowledgeable about yoga practice, breathing techniques, and relaxation methods.
  • The candidate must be able to communicate clearly, concisely, and grammatically in written and oral interactions with children, parents, peers, the leadership team, and the community.
  • The candidate must be willing to travel.
  • The candidate must be in good physical condition to perform the role's responsibilities, including demonstrating yoga poses and safe movement techniques, and be able to respond to emergencies that may require running and climbing stairs.
Responsibilities
  • Supervise students and lead age-appropriate yoga instruction while providing a safe and calming environment and serving as a positive role model.
  • Create and implement daily yoga sessions tailored to students ages 4 to 18 with varying ability levels.
  • Teach fundamental yoga postures, breathing techniques, and mindfulness practices to promote physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
  • Supervise groups of students, attending to behavior and group management, health and safety, security, and personal and skill development.
  • Ensure the safety of students and team members.
  • Organize and prepare daily plans in a fun, creative, and engaging manner.
  • Use classroom management skills to lead activities and create an inclusive and encouraging environment.
  • Work effectively with fellow Activity Specialists and collaborate on daily responsibilities.
  • Follow the Impact Kids Code of Conduct, maintain the Impact Kids look, exhibit company core values, and adhere to company policies.
Desired Qualifications
  • A Bachelor's degree is preferred but not required.
  • Certified Yoga Instructor qualification is preferred.

About the company

Impact Kids runs on-site enrichment and care programs in public and private schools nationwide, partnering with schools to provide before-, during-, and after-school services for families. Its offerings include structured drop-offs, supervised recess, homework help, sports, arts, and hands-on activities on campus, plus online programs with virtual classrooms for Coding, ESL, and Curiosity Club. The company differentiates itself through direct school partnerships (B2B2C) and a separate online platform that extends learning to any device, supported by a scholarship fund to improve accessibility. Its goal is to boost foundational skills, build student confidence, and foster a love of learning in a safe environment while expanding access for financially challenged families.

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Impact Kids updated its website in March 2026, signaling active commercial operations.
  • Online classes launched at $22 for 50 minutes, expanding addressable family demand.
  • Schools still need turnkey enrichment, homework help, and care coverage throughout the day.

What critics are saying

  • Impact Kids shows no visible funding, acquisition, or hiring momentum in public records.
  • School-dependent revenue faces renewal risk if districts switch to KinderCare-backed Champions.
  • Childcare licensing, safety incidents, or contract loss could collapse a single-site program.

What makes Impact Kids unique

  • Impact Kids combines before-school, during-school, and after-school care in one school contract.
  • Its online programs add coding, ESL, and Curiosity Club beyond physical campuses.
  • The 2026 site positions Impact Kids as year-round enrichment with active, sensory learning.

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