Wellness Instructor

Wellness Instructor

Salary

$50.00 Hourly

Location

Everett Community College

Job Type

Associate Faculty

Division

Human Resources & Compliance

Opening Date

09/24/2026

Bargaining Unit

AFT

First review date (applicant screening begins):

10/08/2026

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We are committed to hiring, developing, retaining, and promoting individuals who exemplify the mission, vision, and core values of our institution and possess the skills and experience to meet the needs of our students.

Overview

Wellness Instructors teach classes for the Employee Wellness program. These may include a variety of topics, such as fitness classes, mindfulness, yoga, self-defense, healthy meal planning, and all sorts of other wellness-related topics. Instructors create engaging learning experiences for to promote health and wellness for EvCC employees.

This is an open pool posting for applicants interested in teaching employee wellness classes. As openings occur applicants will be contacted.

TITLE: Wellness Instructor

SALARY: $50.00 per one-hour class session

WORKLOAD: Varies - typically one or two one-hour sessions per week during assigned quarters

SCHEDULE: Days and times vary by quarterly assignment

DIVISION: Human Resources & Compliance

REPORTS TO: Director of Human Resources, Organizational Development

POSITION NUMBER: 00021999

This position may be eligible for hybrid work, per Everett Community Colleges Telework Policy

Duties & Responsibilities

Wellness Class Instruction

• Teach assigned employee wellness classes in topics within the instructors qualifications and professional scope.
• Prepare and deliver safe, engaging learning activities for adults with varied experience levels and abilities.
• Explain or demonstrate wellness concepts using current, evidence-informed practices appropriate to the assigned subject.
• Communicate participation and safety expectations, monitor class activities, and provide appropriate modifications within the instructors scope of practice.

Class Preparation and Administration

• Prepare the course outline, learning activities, and materials needed for each quarterly assignment.
• Maintain credentials required for the assigned topic and follow College safety and emergency procedures.
• Maintain attendance and other required records and submit documentation by established deadlines.
• Complete required training and respond to College communications related to the assignment.

General Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned to support the Employee Wellness program and College needs.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience (or equivalent combination of):

• Training, certification, or demonstrated expertise in the assigned wellness subject.
• One (1) year of experience teaching, coaching, or facilitating group wellness activities for adults.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of safe, current, and evidence-informed practices in the assigned wellness subject.
• Understanding of how to adapt instruction for varied abilities and experience levels.
• Skilled in explaining and demonstrating wellness concepts and techniques.
• Skilled in facilitating groups and maintaining a supportive, respectful learning environment.
• Ability to identify and respond to participant safety concerns and follow established emergency procedures.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and make appropriate referrals outside the instructors scope of practice.

Preferred

• Experience teaching adults in community, college, workplace wellness, or continuing education settings.

Additional Information

Physical Requirements

Everett Community College follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:

• Ability to communicate information in written, verbal, and visual formats.
• Ability to observe participants and identify safety concerns during assigned activities.
• Ability to demonstrate or explain movements and techniques appropriate to the assigned class.
• Ability to move throughout instructional spaces and remain stationary for extended periods.
• Ability to set up and use assigned equipment and materials.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to navigate indoor, outdoor, and virtual instructional environments and hazards typical of the assigned class.

Terms of Employment

• Assignments are made one quarter at a time. The number and type of assignments may change, and continued assignments are not guaranteed.
• FLSA overtime exempt
• Position is subject to Everett Community College policies and procedures.
• Represented by American Federation of Teachers (AFT) Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the AFT Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Notice to Applicants

This position is not eligible for an employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Background Check

Prior to hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Drug-Free Campus

In compliance with federal and state regulations, EvCC is committed to a safe and drug-free campus. Employees are required to comply with EvCC's policy prohibiting illegal drug use or activity, including notification of criminal drug convictions and the use of prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications that are likely to affect job safety.

The complete policy is available at the EvCC Policies page. If you would like a printed copy of the policy, or if you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Department at 425-388-9229.

Safety and Security

EvCC strives to be a safe, secure and prepared campus for our students, staff and community. Detailed information regarding campus security, crime statistics for the most recent three year period, and other information is available on the Campus Safety, Security and Emergency Management page. This information is required by law and is provided by the EvCC Security Department. If you would like a printed copy of this information, you may contact the Security Department at (425) 388-9990.

Reasonable Accommodations and Non-Discrimination

Reasonable accommodation is provided in all aspects of employment, including the application process, consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and state law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact Human Resources at hr@everettcc.edu or 425-388-9229. For more information see: EvCC3020: Americans with Disabilities Act policy

Everett Community College does not discriminate based on, but not limited to, race, color, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, language, culture, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy or parental status, marital status, actual or perceived disability, use of service animal, economic status, military or veteran status, spirituality or religion, or genetic information in its programs, activities, or employment.

Contact the following people with inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination, Title IX compliance, or Americans with Disabilities Act compliance:

Equal Opportunity Director: EqualOpportunity@everettcc.edu, 425-388-9271;

ADA Coordinator: ADACoordinator@everettcc.edu, 425-388-9232;

Title IX Coordinator: TitleIXCoordinator@everettcc.edu, 425-388-9271.

HR offices are located in Olympus Hall 111, 2000 Tower St. Everett, WA 98201.

For more information, visit the Equal Opportunity and Title IX website.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including: health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees may be eligible for benefits, depending on employee type and hours worked.

To learn more, visit our Benefits Page.

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What wellness topic or topics are you interested in teaching? For each topic, briefly describe the training, credentials, and/or experience that qualifies you to teach it.

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Employer Everett Community College

Address 2000 Tower Street

Everett, Washington, 98201

Phone 425-388-9229

Website https://www.everettcc.edu/