Instructor Jobs in Delano, CA

A Fitness Instructor, also known as a Fitness Trainer, serves a pivotal role in the fitness and recreation industry through facilitating exercise routines and advising clients on health and nutrition. They design and lead fitness programs tailored to individual or group needs, ensuring proper exercise techniques, equipment use, and safety. Fitness instructors also motivate clients to achieve their fitness goals, provide feedback, and adjust fitness plans as needed. They may work in various settings such as gyms, fitness studios, or clients' homes. A fitness instructor should be physically fit, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and possess a deep understanding of human anatomy and physiology.

A Fitness Instructor should ideally have a certification in personal training or a related field from a recognized organization like the American Council on Exercise (ACE), National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), or International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA). Some may even have specialized certifications for specific types of training, such as yoga or pilates. First aid and CPR certifications are also crucial for fitness trainers, as they may need to handle emergency situations during training sessions. Prior to becoming a Fitness Instructor, a person might work as an Exercise Instructor, Fitness Assistant, or even a Sports Coach, roles that provide valuable experience and knowledge in physical training and client interaction.

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Elementary Fine Arts Team - Dance Teacher

  • Porterville, CA (24 miles from Delano, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Porterville, CA (24 miles from Delano, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Please attach to EdJoin Application submission: Valid California Teaching Credential authorizing instruction in the posted position. Cover Letter/Letter of Introduction University Transcripts (if...

Snowboard Instructor, Non-Certified, $20/Hour, Winter 25-26

  • Bakersfield, CA (24 miles from Delano, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA (24 miles from Delano, CA)
  • 4 days ago

As a first-year instructor, this position will teach first time and beginner levels only. The majority of lessons will be children aged between 3 and 12 years old....

Ski Instructor, Non-Certified, $20/Hour, Winter 25-26

  • Bakersfield, CA (24 miles from Delano, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA (24 miles from Delano, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Ski Instructor, Non-Certified, $20/Hour, Winter 25-26 Mammoth Mountain 401(k) United States, California, Bakersfield Jun 06, 2025 Seasonal (Seasonal) At Mammoth Mountain, you will live the dream!...

Ski Instructor, Certified, Winter 25-26

  • Bakersfield, CA (24 miles from Delano, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA (24 miles from Delano, CA)
  • 4 days ago

- Beginner zone Level 2 Certified Instructors - Beginner through intermediate zones Level 3 Certified Instructors - Beginner through expert zones The Mammoth Ski & Snowboard School is one of the top...

Snowboard Instructor, Certified, Winter 25-26

  • Bakersfield, CA (24 miles from Delano, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA (24 miles from Delano, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Instructors - Beginner through intermediate zones Level 3 Certified Instructors - Beginner through expert zones The Mammoth Ski & Ride School is one of the top Ski and Snowboard Schools in the nation...

Sports Coach

  • Bakersfield, CA (24 miles from Delano, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA (24 miles from Delano, CA)
  • 7 days ago

The ideal candidate will have expertise in various sports and a genuine enthusiasm for engaging young students in physical activities and sportsmanship.Qualified applicants must have excellent...

Folk Dance Instructor - Part-time Adjunct Pool

  • Bakersfield, CA (24 miles from Delano, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA (24 miles from Delano, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Kern Community College District is soliciting applications for part-time, hourly adjunct instructors....

Pilates Instructor

  • Porterville, CA (24 miles from Delano, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Porterville, CA (24 miles from Delano, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Les Mills, Zumba, Keiser, U-Jam Fitness, etc.) accepted to teach free programming o Must complete online and in-person internal training requirements to teach paid programming o Lifeguard certification...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Delano, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Instructor positions.



Highest Education Level

Instructors in Delano, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
61.2%
Master's Degree
22.0%
Associate's Degree
5.1%
High School or GED
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Instructors in Delano, CA
Less than 1 year
66.7%
1-2 years
14.3%
None
9.5%
2-4 years
4.8%
4-6 years
4.8%


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