Instructor Jobs in Milpitas, 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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Tennis Instructor

  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

un Tennis Instructor (santa clara) compensation: $30/hr Teach beginners tennis to 2-4 teenagers. post id: ... updated: [ ]...

Middle School Flag Football Coach

  • Milpitas, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Milpitas, CA
  • 1 day ago

Our school builds the solid academic foundation students need for future success. Classes are led by dedicated, caring teachers who value open communication with parents. We provide a challenging...

PRIVATE SWIM INSTRUCTORS $46-$66/hr - Hiring Now

  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 2 days ago

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Group X Coach

  • Milpitas, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA
  • 2 days ago

The Group X Coach creates an inviting, inspiring and motivating group exercise experience through delivering pre-choreographed or freestyle group exercise programs to members and guests....

Pilates Instructor

  • Sunnyvale, CA (11 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (11 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 2 days ago

As our new Pilates Group Exercise Specialist you will: Be enthusiastic about group exercise classes and enjoy creating and delivering new, fresh and innovative routines Be confident in your professionalism...

After School Dance Instructor

  • Atherton, CA (21 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Atherton, CA (21 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Teach classes that include dance technique, strength and conditioning, and choreography....

Assistant Swim Coach

  • Morgan Hill, CA (20 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Morgan Hill, CA (20 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Splash Aquatics runs a swimming program for youth in our community....

VEX Robotics Instructor - Summer Camp

  • Palo Alto, CA (18 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (18 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 10 days ago

VEX Robotics Camp Instructor Available sessions: Instructors may be hired for one session or for multiple sessions of this program. Please indicate your availability on your application....

Fitness Instructor - FUHSD Adult School

  • Sunnyvale, CA (11 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (11 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Founded in 1923 and located in the heart of Silicon Valley, the Fremont Union High School District is consistently recognized as one of the most respected and highest performing high school...

Tai Chi Instructor - FUHSD Adult School

  • Sunnyvale, CA (11 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (11 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Founded in 1923 and located in the heart of Silicon Valley, the Fremont Union High School District is consistently recognized as one of the most respected and highest performing high school...

Group Exercise Specialist - Spin Instructor

  • Redwood City, CA (23 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (23 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Job Summary: Responsibilities We're seeking a Group Exercise instructor to lead our fitness classes....

Part-Time Martial Arts Instructor (Pool)

  • Saratoga, CA (17 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Saratoga, CA (17 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Assignment This position is a part-time position as an Associate Instructor in Martial Arts....

Dance Teacher, Visual & Performing Arts Teacher - Multiple Sites, TK-6, 25-26

  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 23 days ago

About the Employer Oak Grove School District has a total student enrollment of approximately 8,690 from grades TK-8. There are 15 elementary schools and 3 intermediate schools. Six out of...

2025/2026 School Year - Prop 28 Elementary Dance Teacher - Equity-Focused - Elementary Pool (1.0 FTE)

  • San Lorenzo, CA (24 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • San Lorenzo, CA (24 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Valid California Single Subject Dance credential with EL Authorization. Possession of a valid CLAD/BCLAD English Learner Authorization or similar certification is required. A valid California...

Part-Time Dance Instructor (Pool)

  • Saratoga, CA (17 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Saratoga, CA (17 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Assignment This position is a part-time position as an Associate Instructor....

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Milpitas, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Milpitas, 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 Milpitas, 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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