Yogaville Staff 
We have a mission at Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville — To practice, live, and impart the Integral Yoga teachings of Sri Swami Satchidananda, to experience supreme peace and joy, and to share that peace and joy with one and all.
We dedicate ourselves to our service while enjoying many Ashram offerings: Hatha Yoga, meditation, Satsang, Puja, Kirtan, scripture studies, programs, teacher trainings, sacred sites, nature, hiking trails, spiritual community, vegetarian meals, and more. All are encouraged to commit to their spiritual practice. We can all experience supreme peace and joy.
Guided by our values and lifestyle principles, staff members help to maintain the Ashram’s atmosphere for the benefit of all. Applicants are required to have successfully completed a month-long residential Teacher Training or Residential Program and be committed to the values of Integral Yoga.
Karma Yoga
The purpose of Yoga and of living in an ashram is to help you know your own true nature, true Self within. You are the Knower. You are the Self, but you have forgotten who you are. You identify with the “doer.” You may question, “Then, why do you ask me to go and dig the ground? I want to experience God.”
To prepare yourself to experience God you have to clean out all the impediments that are in the way. So, while you pull the weeds outside, you are pulling the weeds in the mind. When you remove the rock, you are taking out the rocks inside. That is the meaning, the purpose of Karma Yoga.
— Sri Swami Satchidananda
Core Values
We ask ourselves to bring a sincere, positive intention to every job and to hold love as the underlying motivation in our daily work. Our Core Values support our ability to work together in harmony.
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Respect for Sri Gurudev
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Faith and Trust
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Integrity
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Truthfulness
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Non-Violence
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Responsible Stewardship
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Equanimity
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Love and Compassion
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Selfless Service
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Interfaith Harmony
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Ecological Awareness
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Healthy Living
Equal Opportunity
My sincere wish and prayer is that one day we will all realize our essential oneness, enjoy our differences and live together as one universal family.
— Sri Swami Satchidananda
Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply. Our employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Ashram will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Benefits
Full-time positions require 32-40 hours per week, part-time 15-25 hours per week.
Part-time Employees benefits:
- Free community Hatha Yoga classes, meditation sessions, Saturday night Satsang, pujas, weekly evening talks, and spiritual discussion classes
- Vegetarian meals based on hours worked
- Free attendance of select weekend workshops/programs once per quarter – 3 community spots available on a first-come/first-serve basis
- Free subscription to IYTV
- 20% discount at the Integral Yoga Natural Food Store, 10% discount at LOTUS and Sivananda Hall gift shops
- Discounted Teacher Training (after 1 year of employment)
Full-time Employee benefits:
- All Part-time Employee Benefits plus…
- 3 free vegetarian meals per day for yourself, your spouse and children
- Dental insurance (after 6 months of employment)
- 5 Holidays and 6 Wellness days per year (after 30 days of employment)
- 5 Vacation days per year (after 1 year of employment), increasing with years of service
- 50% discount on local Ashram workshops, programs, and retreats – when free spots are unavailable (after 3 months of employment)
- A complimentary once-a-year, 2-night stay at the Ashram for an employee’s family or friends. Maximum of 2 LGH rooms. (After 6 months of employment).
- Have student loans? You may qualify for, or be able to work towards, the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Benefits related to in-person activity may be temporarily moved online or be unavailable due to the pandemic
Open Positions
Select a posting below to view more information
- Academy Manager
- Ashram Reservation Center Manager
- Human Resources Coordinator
- Academy Administrator
- Housekeeper
Academy Manager
Full-Time Position
We are searching for a person-oriented Academy Manager. This position is an opportunity to support the transformative experiences of Integral Yoga Teacher Trainings and other programs at the Ashram.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the Integral Yoga Academy and staff
- Support participants, presenters, and Ashram staff
- Liaison with other Ashram departments in regards to programs and Teacher Trainings
- Support the development of Ashram programs
- Stay up to date with accreditation, changes and developments from Yoga Alliance
Requirements
- Strong customer service and team leadership skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and stay calm under pressure
- Basic computer skills (MS Office and Google Suite) & ability to learn audio-visual basics
- Completion of the Integral Yoga 200-hour Teacher Training program at Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville
Questions? Contact June at humanresources@yogaville.org.
Ashram Reservation Center (ARC) Manager
Full-Time Position
The ARC Manager leads the team in the Ashram Reservations Center to serve guests by answering questions, creating reservations, and coordinating stays across Ashram departments.
Responsibilities
- Lead ARC staff members and operations
- Assist guests with reservations and general inquiries about the Ashram over the phone and through email
- Answer high-volume phone calls and emails with a high degree of professionalism
- Interface with other Ashram departments
- Generate reports on a regular and as-needed basis
- Provide general administrative support as requested
Requirements
- Strong team leadership, computer literacy, verbal communication, and customer service skills
- Completion of a month-long residential program at Satchidananda Ashram–Yogaville
Questions? Contact Sherab at gsmanager@yogaville.org or 434.969.3121 ext. 140.
Human Resources Coordinator
Full-Time Position
The Human Resources Coordinator is the first point of contact for Ashram staff regarding policies, grievances, employee communication and engagement. This position is an opportunity to support many areas of Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the hiring process from posting to onboarding, communicating with applicants, department managers and Ashram leadership
- Facilitate the maintenance of a safe, positive work environment
- Plan and offer relevant training and development opportunities for staff and supervisors
- Assist staff with issues, conflicts, and grievances, offering insights for solutions
- Coordinate staff benefits and Ashram staff housing
- Handle disciplinary actions and performance improvement
- Create and maintain employee documentation and the HR filing system
Requirements
- Demonstrated abilities in staff and team management, training/development, communication, and human resources
- Ability to be resourceful, dependable, and calm under pressure
- Knowledgeable about the Ashram’s Operations & Mission
- Basic computer skills
- Completion of a month-long residential program at Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville
Questions? Contact Juniper at humanresources@yogaville.org
Academy Administrator
Full-Time Position
The Integral Yoga Academy is seeking a dynamic individual to serve in the Academy part-time. This position offers the opportunity to be part of the Academy team and support Integral Yoga teacher trainings.
Responsibilities
- Lead volunteer staff to lovingly serve presenters and participants
- Coordinate with various Ashram departments to ensure programs run smoothly
- Correspond with presenters to establish schedules and logistical needs
- Respond to inquiries about yoga teacher trainings and interview applicants
- Complete a range of administrative tasks
Requirements
- High interpersonal skills, professionalism, time management, and attention to detail
- Proficient with Microsoft and Google software
- Ability to work nights and weekends
- Completion of the Integral Yoga 200-hour Teacher Training program at the Ashram
- Previous event coordination or program management experience is helpful
Questions? Contact Narada at narada@yogaville.org
Housekeeper
Full-Time Position
Our Housekeeping team prepares accommodations for guests and helps keep the Ashram clean and orderly. This position will support the Housekeeping Coordinator and work closely with Guest Services to ensure that accommodations are ready for guests.
Responsibilities
- Clean and prepare accommodations for guests
- Clean quad buildings, offices, and other areas
- Wash bedding, towels, and other items
- Support housekeeping needs, ordering, deep cleaning, and special projects
- Observe grounds and buildings for needed maintenance and submit work orders
- Provide housekeeping projects, supplies, and responsibilities to Volunteers
- Maintain regular communication with team leaders and other staff as needed
Requirements
- Strong communication skills
- Detail-oriented and thorough
- Possession of a valid driver’s license preferred
- Completion of a month-long residential program at Satchidananda Ashram-Yogaville
Questions? Contact AJ at guesthk@yogaville.org
If you have any interest in employment at the Ashram, we welcome you to apply. Thank you!