Instructor Jobs in Connecticut

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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Tap Dance Instructor

  • New Haven, CT
  • 22 hours ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 22 hours ago

Position Type: Part Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Salary Range: $44.02 - $60.17 Hourly Description ACES Educational Center for the Arts (ECA) is seeking an experienced and passionate Tap Dance Instructor...

Modern Dance Instructor

  • New Haven, CT
  • 22 hours ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 22 hours ago

Job Details Job Location: ECA - New Haven, CT Position Type: Part Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Salary Range: $44.02 - $60.17 Hourly Description Position: Modern Dance Instructor Start Date: August...

Pilates Instructors, Greenwich, CT

  • Greenwich, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenwich, CT
  • 1 day ago

You will also have the opportunity to work alongside a supportive team of experienced professionals who will help you grow as a Pilates Instructor....

High School E-sports Coach

  • Vernon, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Vernon, CT
  • 1 day ago

E-sports coach Job Summary: Position is responsible for the organizing and operation of the E-sports program at Rockville High School. Position is responsible for planning and conducting...

Cheerleading Coach

  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 2 days ago

2025 - 2026 School Year Bridgeport Public Schools Human Resources Department 45 Lyon Terrace, Room 324 Bridgeport, CT 06604 CHEERLEADING COACH HARDING HIGH SCHOOL STIPEND: $2,500 The Cheerleading...

Dance Instructor - Job ID #13367

  • Hartford, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 5 days ago

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Assistant Cheerleading Coach

  • West Haven, CT
  • 8 days ago
  • West Haven, CT
  • 8 days ago

Anyone interested and qualified for this position, please open the attachment in this posting, then click on the link provided to apply.

Pilates Instructors, Connecticut

  • Darien, CT
  • 9 days ago
  • Darien, CT
  • 9 days ago

As an Equinox Pilates Instructor, your career becomes an empowered lifestyle founded on maximizing both your personal and client potential....

Additional experience with specific techniques, especially Graham, Limon, or Horton, as well as Ballet training is considered a plus. Knowledge of modern dance curriculum and the concepts therein....

Part-Time Swim Instructor

  • Woodbridge, CT
  • 11 days ago
  • Woodbridge, CT
  • 11 days ago

SwimKids Swim School, an Emler Swim School Partner Brand, provides a fun and nurturing environment for children to learn the technical skills of swimming and to equip them with water safety skills....

Group Exercise Instructor - Aquatics

  • Ellington, CT
  • 12 days ago
  • Ellington, CT
  • 12 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Looking for a Group Exercise Instructor to expand our Aquatics program....

Group Exercise Instructor

  • Granby, CT
  • 16 days ago
  • Granby, CT
  • 16 days ago

YMCA of Greater Hartford Job Description Job Title: Group Exercise Instructor FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Job Grade: Primary Department: Wellness Reports to: Wellness Director Revision Date: 08/19/2024...

Swim Instructor

  • Putnam, CT
  • 16 days ago
  • Putnam, CT
  • 16 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, The Swim Instructor provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swimming classes....

Performing Arts - Adjunct Instructor of Dance

  • Fairfield, CT
  • 24 days ago
  • Fairfield, CT
  • 24 days ago

Prior experience in teaching dance at the undergraduate level and choreography is highly preferred....

Head Cheerleading Coach

  • New Milford, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Milford, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Athletic Coach Date Posted: 5/6/2025 Location: New Milford High School Date Available: ASAP    NEW MILFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS - C OACHING VACANCIES New...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Connecticut

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Connecticut 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 Connecticut
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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