Jocelyn Jeffries
New York,NY
Summary
I am a passionate yoga Instructor whose goal is to make yoga accessible to all. I meet students where they are at by offering modifications throughout the practice along with verbal cuing, demonstration of postures and a smile. I continually assess the students to provide an enjoyable and safe yoga experience.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Yoga Instructor
YM & YWHA Of Washington Heights & Inwood
02.2023 - Current
- Guide a 60 minute biweekly gentle flow yoga class of 15-25 students aged 60 and above.
- Substitute as needed
- Demonstrate yoga poses, provide verbal cues, modifications and adjustments to assist students with alignment and to ensure safety
- Develop sequences that inspire motivation
- Breathwork and meditation included in the class
- Available to answer questions and address concerns
- A relaxed but safe environment provided
Private Yoga Instructor
Self-employed
02.2023 - Current
- Taught 1-2 students both mat and chair yoga weekly.
- Tailored the class around the individual student's needs and goals
- Established rapport with students through active listening and empathy leading to a deeper understanding of individual needs and expectations.
Park Yoga Instructor
Heights Meditation And Yoga
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Guided students of various ages in a 60 minute gentle flow yoga class in a park setting
- Provided a comfortable atmosphere by listening to the students needs
- Implemented creative sequences by assessing the students' abilities
- Modifications offered throughout the practice
Transitional Care Nurse Manager
New York Presbyterian Columbia Medical Center
07.2015 - 04.2019
- Provided disease based and healthy living education
- Collaborated with the patient, caregivers, medical team and community organizations to assist patients to reach their health goals
- Facilitated daily huddles
Education
200 Hour Registered Yoga Teacher - Yoga Teacher Training
Heights Meditation And Yoga
New York, NY01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lehman College of The City University of New York
The Bronx, NY06.2013
Skills
- Provide creative and safe sequences
- Modification of Postures
- Proper Alignment
- Present before and after class to answer questions
- Breathwork
- Meditation Techniques
- Individual and Group Instruction
- Visual Student Assessment
- Safety Awareness
- Active Listener
Timeline
Park Yoga Instructor
Heights Meditation And Yoga
06.2023 - 07.2023
Yoga Instructor
YM & YWHA Of Washington Heights & Inwood
02.2023 - Current
Private Yoga Instructor
Self-employed
02.2023 - Current
Transitional Care Nurse Manager
New York Presbyterian Columbia Medical Center
07.2015 - 04.2019
200 Hour Registered Yoga Teacher - Yoga Teacher Training
Heights Meditation And Yoga
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lehman College of The City University of New York
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