Instructor Jobs in Sun Valley, 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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Group Exercise Instructor

  • Tarzana, CA (11 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Tarzana, CA (11 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

About You: Experience as a Group Exercise instructor....

Elementary Dance Teacher, #1088: Ingenium Barack Obama Charter School, Compton, CA

  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Elementary Dance Teacher, #1088: Ingenium Barack Obama Charter School, Compton, CA About the Employer At Ingenium Schools, we don't just educate; we ignite a passion for learning that shapes...

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

  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 3 days ago

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Swim Instructors Needed!

  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Swim Instructors Needed! (North Hollywood) image 1 of 1 compensation: 25 Looking to hire 2 coaches in north hollywood and Mar Vista!...

Part-Time High School Dance Teacher

  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary Job Summary Notre Dame Academy High School in West Los Angeles is seeking a passionate part-time dance teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated...

Experienced Kickboxing Instructor

  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Experienced instructors only, no newbs. * You must be exceptionally organized. * You must be trustworthy to even be considered and pass a criminal background and reference check. * Most importantly,...

High School Psychology Instructor Summer Camp 2025

  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Psychology 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....

Recreation Instructor (Fitness Instructor)

  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 7 days ago

CITY OF LOS ANGELES | DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION AND PARKS Harbor City Recreation Center 24901 Frampton Ave, Harbor City CA, 90710 Recreation Instructor (Fitness Instructor) Fitness Instructor (Recreation...

Dance Teacher - Middle School

  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 7 days ago

A current Single Subject teaching credential (internship, preliminary, or clear), Multiple Subject teaching credential (preliminary or clear) or out of state equivalent required Requirements /...

Dance Teacher - Elementary

  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 7 days ago

A current Single Subject teaching credential (internship, preliminary, or clear), Multiple Subject teaching credential (preliminary or clear) or out of state equivalent required Requirements /...

2025-26 Dance Teacher at Theodore Roosevelt High School (LA Unified)

  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 9 days ago

About the Employer Launched in 2007, the Partnership for Los Angeles Schools' mission is to transform schools to revolutionize school systems, empowering all students with a high-quality...

Healthy Lifestyles Instructor - Cardio Dance Instructor

  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Calling All Fitness and Group Exercise Enthusiasts!...

Group Exercise Instructor - Pasadena-Sierra Madre YMCA

  • Sierra Madre, CA (17 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Sierra Madre, CA (17 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Calling All Fitness and Group Exercise Enthusiasts!...

Healthy Lifestyles Instructor - Salsa Dance Instructor

  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Calling All Fitness and Group Exercise Enthusiasts!...

Head Swim Coach 2025

  • Santa Clarita, CA (22 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Santa Clarita, CA (22 miles from Sun Valley, CA)
  • 14 days ago

William S. Hart Union High School District 21380 Centre Pointe Parkway, Santa Clarita, CA 91350 ANNOUNCEMENT OF COACHING OPPORTUNITY Hart High School Swim Coach Starting date: 7/1/25 Application...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Sun Valley, CA

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Sun Valley, 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 Sun Valley, 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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