Instructor Jobs in Idaho

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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Summer Camp Archery Instructor (Part-time)

  • Post Falls, ID
  • 22 hours ago
  • Post Falls, ID
  • 22 hours ago

Live Edit Payments Permits Bids & Proposals Recreation Programs City Maps Citizen Feedback Notify Me Meetings & Agendas Public Hearings Jobs * Contact Us City of Post Falls 408 North Spokane...

Group Fitness Instructor-BODYPUMP-Downtown Boise YMCA

  • Boise, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 1 day ago

We are currently seeking a passionate and motivated Group Exercise BODYPUMP Instructor to join our team....

Group Exercise Instructor-Barre- Downtown Boise YMCA

  • Boise, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 1 day ago

We are currently seeking a passionate and motivated Group Exercise Barre Instructor to join our team....

Group Fitness Instructor-Pilates-Downtown Boise YMCA

  • Boise, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 1 day ago

We are currently seeking a passionate and motivated Group Exercise Pilates Instructor to join our team....

Senior Swim Instructor-Caldwell YMCA

  • Caldwell, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Caldwell, ID
  • 2 days ago

Utilize Y resources and best practices from other instructors to develop this skill....

Assistant Cheerleading Coach

  • Payette, ID
  • 3 days ago
  • Payette, ID
  • 3 days ago

TITLE: Assistant Cheerleading Coach QUALIFICATIONS Idaho Teaching Certification, American Sport Education Program Certification, or National Federation of Interscholastic Coaches Association...

High School Head Cheerleading Coach

  • Salmon, ID
  • 8 days ago
  • Salmon, ID
  • 8 days ago

at Salmon Public Schools District # 291 in SALMON, Idaho, United States Job Description 2025-2026 Oualifications: Be a Positive Role Model Prior coaching experience preferred Basic knowledge of...

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Nampa, ID
  • 11 days ago
  • Nampa, ID
  • 11 days ago

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASSThe principal function of an employee in this class is to instruct group exercise or aquatic exercise programs and classes at the Harward Recreation Center....

Group Exercise Instructors- Caldwell YMCA

  • Caldwell, ID
  • 12 days ago
  • Caldwell, ID
  • 12 days ago

Our Caldwell YMCA is seeking Group Exercise Instructors in the practice of Yoga, Barre, Cycle, Dance Fitness, Strength Training, and Silver Sneakers....

Dance Instructor

  • Sandpoint, ID
  • 22 days ago
  • Sandpoint, ID
  • 22 days ago

The Dance Instructor supplies direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for children participating in ballet programs including Fairy Tale Ballet (3-6 yrs), Introductory ballet classes, and Intermediate...

Aquatic Group Exercise Instructor

  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 24 days ago
  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 24 days ago

Duties and Responsibilities + Instruct with sound principles in the area of group exercise. + Ability to teach beginners through advanced learners in the area of group exercise. + Ability to speak and...

Aquatic Group Exercise Instructor II

  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 24 days ago
  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 24 days ago

Duties and Responsibilities: + Instruct with sound principles in the area of group exercise. + Ability to teach beginners through advanced learners in the area of group exercise. + Ability to speak...

Dance Instructor - Litehouse/Sandpoint

  • Sandpoint, ID
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sandpoint, ID
  • 30+ days ago

The Dance Instructor supplies direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for children participating in ballet programs including Fairy Tale Ballet (3-6 yrs), Introductory ballet classes, and Intermediate...

Swim Instructor - Litehouse/Sandpoint

  • Sandpoint, ID
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sandpoint, ID
  • 30+ days ago

The Swim Instructor teaches swim lessons in accordance with YMCA policies and Y-USA instructor training....

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Boise, ID
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 45+ days ago

There is a need for instructors who have experience in any and all of the following genres - Bootcamp based classes, BOSU, Kickboxing, Zumba, TRX, Hi/Lo, Sculpt, Yoga and Pilates....

Demographic Data for Idaho

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Idaho

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Instructor positions.



Highest Education Level

Instructors in Idaho 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 Idaho
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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